José Lázaro Robles facts for kids
Brazil vs. Mexico, 1954
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| Personal information | |||
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| Full name | José Lázaro Robles | ||
| Date of birth | 11 February 1924 | ||
| Place of birth | São Paulo, Brazil | ||
| Date of death | 7 March 1996 (aged 72) | ||
| Playing position | Striker (retired) | ||
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| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1945-1952 1953-1962 |
Portuguesa Desportos Vasco da Gama |
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| 1950-1955 | Brazil | ||
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José Lázaro Robles (born 11 February 1924 – died 7 March 1996), famously known as Pinga, was a talented Brazilian football player. He played as a forward and was known for his powerful shots and goal-scoring ability. Pinga represented his home country, Brazil, on the national football team.
Who Was Pinga?
Pinga was a well-known Brazilian football player from the mid-20th century. He was born in São Paulo, Brazil, in 1924. Pinga became famous for his skills on the field, especially his strong shots at the goal. He played for several important clubs in Brazil and also for the national team.
Early Life and Club Career
Pinga started his football journey in Brazil. He played for two major clubs during his career. From 1945 to 1952, he was a key player for Portuguesa Desportos. After that, he moved to Vasco da Gama, where he played from 1953 to 1962. He was a very important player for both teams, scoring many goals.
Playing for Brazil
Pinga also had the honor of playing for the Brazilian national team. He represented his country from 1950 to 1955. One of the biggest highlights of his career was playing in the 1954 FIFA World Cup in Switzerland. He helped Brazil compete against the best teams in the world.
