Polozzi facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | José Fernando Polozzi | ||
| Date of birth | 1 October 1955 | ||
| Place of birth | Vinhedo, Brazil | ||
| Playing position | Defender | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 1972–1974 | Ponte Preta | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1974–1978 | Ponte Preta | ||
| 1979–1982 | Palmeiras | ||
| 1983 | Botafogo-SP | ||
| 1984 | Bangu | ||
| 1985 | Palmeiras | ||
| 1986 | CEOV | ||
| 1986–1988 | Serrano-BA | ||
| 1988 | Bandeirante | ||
| 1988 | Araçatuba | ||
| 1989–1990 | Linense | ||
| 1990 | Serrano-BA | ||
| 1991–1992 | Toledo | ||
| 1992 | Tiradentes-DF | ||
| National team | |||
| 1978–1986 | Brazil | ||
| Teams managed | |||
| 1994 | Bandeirante | ||
| 1994 | AA Votuporanguense | ||
| 1994 | Independente de Limeira | ||
| 1995 | Tupã | ||
| 1996 | Araçatuba (assistant) | ||
| 1997 | Bandeirante | ||
| 1997 | Paranavaí | ||
| 1998 | Bandeirante | ||
| 1998 | Marília | ||
| 1999 | Bandeirante | ||
| 2000 | Garça | ||
| 2000 | Inter de Limeira | ||
| 2001 | União Mogi | ||
| 2001 | Jaboticabal | ||
| 2002 | União Barbarense | ||
| 2002 | Desportiva | ||
| 2002 | Ferroviária | ||
| 2003–2004 | Jataiense | ||
| 2004 | Primavera | ||
| 2005 | Itumbiara | ||
| 2005 | Olímpia | ||
| 2006 | Bandeirante | ||
| 2006–2007 | Jataiense | ||
| 2007 | Ríver | ||
| 2008 | Ferroviário | ||
| 2008 | Alto Santo | ||
| 2008 | Parnahyba | ||
| 2008 | Francana | ||
| 2009 | Guaçuano | ||
| 2010 | Jataiense | ||
| 2010 | Confiança | ||
| 2010 | Flamengo-PI | ||
| 2011 | Votuporanguense | ||
| 2011 | Ríver | ||
| 2011 | Araguaína | ||
| 2012 | Comercial-PI | ||
| 2013 | Francana | ||
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José Fernando Polozzi, born on October 1, 1955, in Vinhedo, São Paulo State, Brazil, is famously known as Polozzi. He was a talented Brazilian football (soccer) player who played as a central defender. After his playing days, he also became a football manager.
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Polozzi's Football Journey
Polozzi started his amazing football journey at Associação Atlética Ponte Preta, a club in Brazil. He joined their youth team in 1972. His skills quickly helped him become a regular player on the main team.
Playing for Ponte Preta
From 1974 to 1978, Polozzi played for Ponte Preta. He was a key player, especially in 1977. That year, he helped his team perform very well in the Campeonato Paulista, a big state championship. His strong performance caught the eye of the national team coaches.
Joining the National Team
Because of his great play, Polozzi was chosen to be part of the Brazil national football team for the 1978 FIFA World Cup. This was a huge honor for him! Even though he didn't play in any international matches during the World Cup, being part of the squad was a big achievement.
Other Clubs Polozzi Played For
Polozzi played for many different clubs throughout his career, which lasted from 1972 to 1992. Some of the well-known teams he played for include:
- Ponte Preta
- Palmeiras
- Bangu
- Operário (MT)
- Bandeirante
He even won a championship called the Mato Grosso do Sul State League in 1986 while playing for Operário (MT).
Polozzi as a Manager
After retiring as a player, Polozzi decided to stay in football. He started a new career as a manager. He managed many different clubs, helping new players develop their skills. His managing career began in 1994 and continued for many years.
Clubs Polozzi Managed
Polozzi managed a long list of clubs, often for short periods, helping them improve. Some of these clubs include:
- Bandeirante (multiple times)
- Marília
- Inter de Limeira
- União Barbarense
- Jataiense
He dedicated many years to coaching and sharing his knowledge of the game.
