Zé Maria (footballer, born 1949) facts for kids
Zé Maria in 1970
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| Full name | José Maria Rodrigues Alves | |||||||||||||||
| Date of birth | 18 May 1949 | |||||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Botucatu, Brazil | |||||||||||||||
| Height | 1.76 m (5 ft 9 in) | |||||||||||||||
| Position(s) | Right Back | |||||||||||||||
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| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) | |||||||||||||
| 1967–1970 | Portuguesa | |||||||||||||||
| 1970–1983 | Corinthians | 599 | (17) | |||||||||||||
| 1984 | Inter de Limeira | |||||||||||||||
| International career | ||||||||||||||||
| 1968–1978 | Brazil | 47 | (0) | |||||||||||||
| Managerial career | ||||||||||||||||
| 1983 | Corinthians | |||||||||||||||
| 1992 | Inter de Limeira | |||||||||||||||
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Medal record
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| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | ||||||||||||||||
José Maria Rodrigues Alves, known to many as Zé Maria, is a famous former Brazilian football player. He was born on May 18, 1949, in Botucatu, Brazil. Zé Maria was a strong defender who played for several top teams.
He is especially remembered for his time with Corinthians, where he became a club legend. He also played for the Brazilian national team in many important matches.
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Zé Maria's Club Career
Zé Maria started his professional football journey in 1966. He played for different clubs during his career, which lasted until 1983.
Early Teams
Before joining Corinthians, Zé Maria played for teams like Ferroviária and Portuguesa. These experiences helped him become a skilled defender.
Time with Corinthians
Zé Maria spent most of his career, from 1970 to 1983, playing for Corinthians. He played in a huge number of games for the club, showing how important he was to the team. He was known for his tough defense and dedication on the field.
Later Career
After his long spell at Corinthians, Zé Maria also played for Internacional (RS) and Inter de Limeira before he retired from playing.
Playing for Brazil
Zé Maria was a key player for the Brazilian national team for many years. He represented his country in 46 games between 1968 and 1978.
World Cup Appearances
He was part of the Brazilian squad that won the 1970 FIFA World Cup in Mexico. Although he was a reserve and did not play in that tournament, it was a huge achievement for the team. Zé Maria later played in four matches during the 1974 FIFA World Cup.
Achievements and Awards
Zé Maria earned many honors during his football career, both with his clubs and with the national team.
Club Trophies
With Corinthians, Zé Maria helped the team win the Campeonato Paulista (a major state championship) multiple times:
- 1977
- 1979
- 1982
- 1983
International Success
As a member of the Brazilian squad, he was part of the team that won the prestigious FIFA World Cup in 1970.
Individual Recognition
Zé Maria also received individual awards for his excellent performance. He won the Bola de Prata (Silver Ball) award twice, in 1973 and 1977. This award recognizes the best players in the Brazilian league.
Family Life
Zé Maria's son, Fernando Lázaro, has also been involved in football. Fernando Lázaro became a coach and development analyst, working mainly with the Corinthians club, just like his father.
Images for kids
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Zé Maria in 1970
See also
In Spanish: Zé Maria (futbolista) para niños
