Toninho (footballer, born 1977) facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Antonio Bezerra Brandão | ||
| Date of birth | December 21, 1977 | ||
| Place of birth | Araraquara, Brazil | ||
| Height | 1.86 m (6 ft 1 in) | ||
| Playing position | Central Defender | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 1995–1996 | Ferroviária | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1996 | CSA | ||
| 1996–1997 | Corinthians-AL | ||
| 1997–1998 | Corinthians | ||
| 1999–2000 | Juventus-SP | ||
| 2001–2006 | Omiya Ardija | 222 | (19) |
| 2007 | Paraná | ||
| 2008 | Rio Claro | ||
| 2008 | Caxias | ||
| 2009 | Sertãozinho | ||
| 2010 | União São João | ||
| 2011 | ASA | 28 | (1) |
| 2012 | XV de Piracicaba | 6 | (1) |
| 2012 | Grêmio Barueri | ||
| 2012 | Boa Esporte | 9 | (2) |
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Antonio Bezerra Brandão, known simply as Toninho, is a former professional football player from Brazil. He was born on December 21, 1977. Toninho played as a central defender, which means his main job was to stop the opposing team from scoring goals.
Toninho's Football Journey
Toninho started his football career in Brazil. He played for several youth teams before becoming a professional player. His early clubs included Ferroviária, CSA, and Corinthians. These teams helped him develop his skills as a strong defender.
Playing in Japan
One of the most important parts of Toninho's career was when he moved to Japan. From 2001 to 2006, he played for a team called Omiya Ardija. This was a very successful period for him.
- He played in 222 league games for Omiya Ardija.
- He scored 19 goals during his time there, which is a good number for a defender!
- He also played in cup competitions, showing his dedication to the team.
His time in Japan helped him gain a lot of experience and become a well-known player.
Later Career in Brazil
After playing in Japan, Toninho returned to Brazil. He continued his career with several different clubs. He played for teams like Paraná, Rio Claro, and Caxias.
He also played for ASA in 2011, where he appeared in 28 matches and scored 1 goal. In 2012, he played for XV de Piracicaba and Boa Esporte, adding more games and goals to his record. Toninho's long career shows his passion and commitment to football.
See also
In Spanish: Antônio Bezerra Brandão para niños
