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Paraná
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Full name Adhemir de Barros
Date of birth (1942-03-21) March 21, 1942 (age 83)
Place of birth Brazil
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1960–1965 São Bento
1965–1973 São Paulo
1973–1974 Tiradentes-PI
1974 Operário-MS
1975–1976 Colorado
1976 Londrina
1977 Francana
1978 São Bento
1979–1980 AA Barra Bonita
National team
1965–1966 Brazil 9 (1)
  • Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only.
† Appearances (Goals).

Adhemir de Barros, who everyone knows as Paraná, is a famous former football player from Brazil. He was born on March 21, 1942, in a place called Cambará. Paraná played as a forward, which means he was usually trying to score goals for his team. He played for many big clubs in Brazil and even got to play for the Brazilian national team in the 1966 FIFA World Cup.

Paraná's Football Journey

Paraná started his professional football career in 1960. His first team was São Bento. He played there for five years, showing off his skills.

Playing for São Paulo FC

In 1965, Paraná moved to one of Brazil's biggest clubs, São Paulo FC. He spent eight important years with this team, from 1965 to 1973. During his time at São Paulo, he helped the team win some major championships.

Representing Brazil

Paraná also had the amazing chance to play for his country. He was part of the Brazil national football team between 1965 and 1966. The biggest moment was when he played in the 1966 FIFA World Cup. This is a huge tournament where countries compete to be the best in the world. Paraná played one match in this famous competition.

Later Club Career

After leaving São Paulo FC, Paraná continued to play for several other clubs. These included Tiradentes-PI, Operário-MS, Colorado, and Londrina. He finished his long career in 1980.

Achievements and Trophies

Paraná helped his teams win important titles during his career.

With São Paulo FC

  • Campeonato Paulista: This is a big football championship in the state of São Paulo. Paraná helped São Paulo FC win it twice:
    • 1970
    • 1971
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