César Sampaio

Brazilian footballer and World Cup participant

César Sampaio - Brazilian footballer and World Cup participant
Born

March 31st, 1968
57 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Brazil

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Career spanned professional football in Brazil and abroad. Played as a midfielder. Played for São Paulo FC, contributing to multiple domestic titles. Competed in international tournaments, highlighted by participation in the 1994 FIFA World Cup, where Brazil won the championship. Also played in Europe with clubs such as Vitória de Guimarães in Portugal and La Coruña in Spain. Notable for tactical discipline and passing ability.

Participated in the 1994 FIFA World Cup

Played for São Paulo FC

Won the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A

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