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Rui Campos

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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.