Olavo Rodrigues Barbosa facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Olavo Rodrigues Barbosa | ||
| Date of birth | 11 July 1923 | ||
| Place of birth | Porto Alegre, Brazil | ||
| Date of death | November 17, 2010 (aged 87) | ||
| Place of death | Goiânia, Brazil | ||
| Position(s) | Defender (retired) | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1940-1949 1949-1954 |
Internacional Portuguesa Desportos |
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| International career | |||
| Brazil | |||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Olavo Rodrigues Barbosa (born July 11, 1923 – died November 17, 2010) was a famous Brazilian football player. He was known by his nickname, Nena. He played as a defender, which means his job was to stop the other team from scoring goals. Nena was a very important player for the Brazil national team. He passed away at 87 years old.
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Meet Nena: A Brazilian Football Star
Nena, whose real name was Olavo Rodrigues Barbosa, was born in Porto Alegre, Brazil. From a young age, he showed great talent for football. He grew up to become a strong and reliable defender.
Playing for Top Clubs
Nena started his professional career in 1940. He played for two big clubs in Brazil. From 1940 to 1949, he was a key player for Internacional. After that, from 1949 to 1954, he played for Portuguesa Desportos. Playing for these teams helped him become one of the best defenders of his time.
Representing Brazil
Nena's skills on the field earned him a spot on the Brazil national team. This is a huge honor for any football player. He proudly represented his country in international matches.
The 1950 FIFA World Cup
One of the biggest moments in Nena's career was playing in the 1950 FIFA World Cup. This major tournament was held in Brazil. Nena was part of the Brazilian squad that competed against the best teams in the world. Being chosen for the World Cup team showed how talented and important he was as a player.
His Legacy
Nena retired from football after a successful career. He is remembered as a strong defender who gave his all for his clubs and his country. His contributions to Brazilian football are still recognized today. He passed away in 2010, leaving behind a legacy as a respected football player.
See also
In Spanish: Nena (futbolista) para niños
