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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