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Rui Campos
Rui en el Sudamericano 1946, Estadio, 1946-02-23 (145) (cropped).jpg
Rui in 1946
Personal information
Full name Rui Campos
Date of birth (1922-08-02)2 August 1922
Place of birth São Paulo, Brazil
Date of death 2 January 2002(2002-01-02) (aged 79)
Place of death São Paulo, Brazil
Playing position Midfielder
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
Bonsucesso
Fluminense
Bangu
São Paulo
Palmeiras
National team
1944–1950 Brazil 30 (2)
Honours
Men's Football
Representing  Brazil
FIFA World Cup
Runner-up 1950 Brazil
Copa América
Winner 1949 Brazil
Runner-up 1945 Chile
Runner-up 1946 Argentina
  • Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only.
† Appearances (Goals).

Rui Campos, often known simply as Rui, was a talented Brazilian football player. He was born on August 2, 1922, in São Paulo, Brazil. Rui was a skilled midfielder who played for several important clubs. He also proudly represented his country, Brazil, in the 1950 FIFA World Cup. Rui passed away on January 2, 2002, in his hometown of São Paulo.

Rui Campos: A Football Star's Journey

Rui Campos started his football career in his home city of São Paulo. He played for several well-known Brazilian clubs during his time as a professional player. These clubs included Bonsucesso, Fluminense, and Bangu.

Playing for Top Clubs

Rui also played for two of Brazil's biggest teams: São Paulo and Palmeiras. While playing for São Paulo, he was part of a very successful midfield team. He played alongside two other great players, José Carlos Bauer and Alfredo Noronha. Together, they formed a strong and effective midfield trio.

Playing for Brazil

Rui Campos was also a key player for the Brazilian national team. He played 30 matches for his country between 1944 and 1950. One of the most important moments of his career was playing in the 1950 FIFA World Cup. This major tournament was held in Brazil, making it a special event for Rui and his teammates.

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