Paulo Cézar Caju facts for kids
Caju in 1978
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| Full name | Paulo Cézar Lima | |||||||||||||||
| Date of birth | 16 June 1949 | |||||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | |||||||||||||||
| Height | 1.74 m (5 ft 9 in) | |||||||||||||||
| Position(s) | Attacking midfielder | |||||||||||||||
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| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) | |||||||||||||
| 1966–1967 | Junior de Barranquilla | |||||||||||||||
| 1967–1972 | Botafogo | 264 | (83) | |||||||||||||
| 1972–1974 | Flamengo | 40 | (6) | |||||||||||||
| 1974–1975 | Marseille | 31 | (16) | |||||||||||||
| 1975–1977 | Fluminense | 39 | (11) | |||||||||||||
| 1977–1978 | Botafogo | 28 | (4) | |||||||||||||
| 1978–1979 | Grêmio | 5 | (1) | |||||||||||||
| 1980 | Vasco da Gama | |||||||||||||||
| 1981 | Corinthians | |||||||||||||||
| 1981 | California Surf | 18 | (4) | |||||||||||||
| 1982–1983 | Aix | 21 | (3) | |||||||||||||
| 1983 | Grêmio | |||||||||||||||
| International career | ||||||||||||||||
| 1967–1977 | Brazil | 57 | (10) | |||||||||||||
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Medal record
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Paulo Cézar Lima (born June 16, 1949), known as Caju, is a famous Brazilian former football player. He played as an attacking midfielder, which is a player who helps both defend and score goals. Caju played for many clubs in Brazil, like Botafogo, and also for Marseille in France. He was also a key player for the Brazilian national team in the 1960s and 1970s. He played 57 games for his country and scored 10 goals.
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Caju's Early Football Journey
Caju spent some of his early years in Honduras. His father, Marinho Rodrigues, was a football manager for a team called Club Deportivo Olimpia in the early 1960s. Later, in the mid-1960s, his father became the manager of a Colombian club, Junior de Barranquilla.
Starting as a Professional Player
It was at Junior de Barranquilla that Caju started his professional football career. He was only 16 years old! He played alongside other talented Brazilian players like Dida and Escurinho.
Joining Botafogo and Winning Trophies
In 1967, Caju moved to Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas, a big club in Brazil. He was just 17 when he made his first appearance for them. At Botafogo, he helped his team win the Campeonato Carioca several times. This is the championship for football clubs in the state of Rio de Janeiro. He also won many other awards, becoming a very important player in Botafogo's history.
Playing for the Brazilian National Team
Caju is perhaps best known for being a part of the amazing Brazilian national team. He played in two World Cups: in 1970 and 1974. The 1970 team is considered one of the greatest football teams ever! For the national team, Caju played 57 games and scored 10 goals.
Recognized as a Top Player
Caju was recognized as one of the best players in Brazil. He was chosen for the Brazilian Bola de Ouro team of the season multiple times: in 1970, 1972, 1976, and 1977. This award highlights the top players in the Brazilian league each year.
Caju's Club Career Highlights
Caju played for many different football clubs throughout his career. Here are some of the main teams he played for:
- 1966–1967 Junior de Barranquilla (Colombia)
- 1967–1972 Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas (Brazil)
- 1972–1974 Clube de Regatas do Flamengo (Brazil)
- 1974–1975 Olympique de Marseille (France)
- 1975–1977 Fluminense Football Club (Brazil)
- 1977–1978 Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas (Brazil)
- 1978–1979 Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense (Brazil)
- 1980 Club de Regatas Vasco da Gama (Brazil)
- 1981 Sport Club Corinthians Paulista (Brazil)
- 1982–1983 AS Aix (France)
- 1983 Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense (Brazil)
Major Achievements and Trophies
Caju won many important titles and awards during his football career, both with his clubs and with the Brazilian national team.
Trophies with Botafogo
- Campeonato Brasileiro Série A: 1968 (This is like the national championship of Brazil)
- Campeonato Carioca: 1967 and 1968
Trophies with Flamengo
- Campeonato Carioca: 1972 and 1974
Trophies with Fluminense
- Campeonato Carioca: 1975 and 1976
- Tournoi de Paris: 1976 (A tournament played in Paris, France)
- Teresa Herrera Trophy: 1977 (A friendly tournament in Spain)
Trophies with Grêmio
- Campeonato Gaúcho: 1979 and 1980 (The state championship of Rio Grande do Sul)
- Copa Intercontinental: 1983 (A big international club competition)
Trophies with Vasco da Gama
- Trofeo Colombino: 1980 (Another friendly tournament)
Trophies with Brazil National Team
- FIFA World Cup: 1970 (The biggest prize in international football!)
- Roca Cup: 1971 (A competition between Brazil and Argentina)
- Brazil Independence Cup: 1972 (A tournament celebrating Brazil's independence)
Individual Awards
- Brazilian Bola de Prata (Placar): 1970, 1972, 1976, 1977 (Award for being one of the best players in the Brazilian league)
- Rio state league's top scorer: 1971 (He scored the most goals in the Rio de Janeiro state championship)
See also
In Spanish: Caju (futbolista nacido en 1949) para niños
