Roberto Miranda facts for kids
Roberto with Brazil at the 1970 FIFA World Cup
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| Full name | Roberto Lopes de Miranda | |||||||||||||||
| Date of birth | 31 July 1943 | |||||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Niterói, Brazil | |||||||||||||||
| Position(s) | Midfielder, Forward | |||||||||||||||
| Senior career* | ||||||||||||||||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) | |||||||||||||
| 1962–1970 | Botafogo | 351 | (153) | |||||||||||||
| 1971–1973 | Flamengo | 11 | (3) | |||||||||||||
| 1973–1976 | Corinthians | 77 | (21) | |||||||||||||
| Total | 439 | (177) | ||||||||||||||
| International career | ||||||||||||||||
| 1967–1970 | Brazil | 12 | (6) | |||||||||||||
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Medal record
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| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | ||||||||||||||||
Roberto Lopes de Miranda, often called just Roberto or Roberto Miranda, is a famous former football player from Brazil. He was born on July 31, 1943, in Niterói, Brazil. Roberto played as a midfielder or a striker, which means he helped control the middle of the field and scored goals. People sometimes called him "Vendaval," which means "Gale" or a strong wind, because of how powerfully he played.
Roberto played football professionally from 1962 to 1976. He played for several big clubs in Brazil, including Botafogo, Flamengo, and Corinthians. He also played for the Brazilian national team and was part of the team that won the 1970 FIFA World Cup.
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A Star Player
Roberto Miranda was known for being a strong and direct striker. He was very popular with the fans of Botafogo, where he spent many years of his career. He helped Botafogo win important championships during his time there.
Club Success with Botafogo
Roberto played for Botafogo from 1962 to 1970. During these years, he helped the team win several major titles. He won the Rio de Janeiro State Championship, known as the Campeonato Carioca, two times in a row in 1967 and 1968. He also helped Botafogo win the Brazilian Cup in 1968.
Roberto and another great player, Jairzinho, formed a very strong attacking duo at Botafogo. Their teamwork helped the club achieve great success. Many Botafogo fans believe that their attacking lineup during the 1960s was one of the best in football history.
During the 1960s, Botafogo was one of the top teams in Brazil. They often competed against Santos, another famous team that had the legendary player Pelé. These matches were always exciting to watch.
Playing for Brazil
Roberto Miranda also had a successful career with the Brazilian national team. He played 12 games for his country between 1968 and 1972, scoring 6 goals.
His biggest achievement with the national team was being part of the squad that won the 1970 FIFA World Cup in Mexico. This was a huge moment for Brazilian football. Roberto played in two matches during that World Cup, helping his team become world champions.
Career Highlights
Roberto Miranda's career spanned over a decade, and he achieved many honors with his clubs and country. Even though he played for other teams later, he is most remembered for his time as a striker for Botafogo.
Major Trophies
- With Botafogo:
- Brazilian Championship: 1968
- Rio de Janeiro State Championship: 1962, 1967, 1968
- Torneio Rio – São Paulo: 1964, 1966
- Torneio de Caracas: 1967, 1968, 1970
- With Brazil:
See also
In Spanish: Roberto Miranda para niños
