Roberto (footballer, born 1912) facts for kids
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| Full name | Roberto Emílio da Cunha | ||||||||||||
| Date of birth | June 20, 1912 | ||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Brazil | ||||||||||||
| Date of death | March 20, 1977 (aged 64) | ||||||||||||
| Playing position | Forward | ||||||||||||
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| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† | ||||||||||
| Flamengo | |||||||||||||
| São Cristovão | |||||||||||||
| National team | |||||||||||||
| 1936-1938 | Brazil | 8 | (3) | ||||||||||
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Roberto Emílio da Cunha, known simply as Roberto, was a talented Brazilian footballer. He was born in Niterói, Brazil, on June 20, 1912, and passed away on March 20, 1977. Roberto played as a forward, which means he was one of the main players responsible for scoring goals for his team.
Roberto had a football career that lasted from 1923 to 1941. During this time, he played for two important club teams in Brazil. He also had the honor of representing his country, playing for the Brazil national football team. One of the biggest highlights of his career was playing in the 1938 FIFA World Cup.
Roberto's Club Career
Roberto spent his club career playing for two well-known Brazilian teams. He played for Flamengo, which is one of the biggest and most famous football clubs in Brazil. He also played for São Cristovão.
Playing for these clubs allowed Roberto to develop his skills as a forward. He became known for his ability to score goals and help his team win matches.
Playing for the Brazilian National Team
Roberto was chosen to play for the Brazil national football team between 1936 and 1938. This is a great honor for any footballer, as it means you are one of the best players in your country.
He played a total of eight matches for the national team. In these games, he managed to score three goals. His performance helped Brazil compete against other top football nations.
Roberto at the 1938 FIFA World Cup
One of Roberto's most significant achievements was being part of the Brazilian squad for the 1938 FIFA World Cup. This major international tournament was held in France.
During the World Cup, Roberto played in two matches for Brazil. He also scored one goal in the tournament. Brazil performed very well in the 1938 World Cup, finishing in third place. This was a proud moment for Roberto and his teammates.
