Marinho Peres
Footballer and coach; played for Brazil
Born
March 19th, 1947
78 years ago
Died
2023
2 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Brazil
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A Brazilian footballer and coach, played as a defender during the 1970s. Won the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A with São Paulo FC and participated in the 1974 FIFA World Cup as a member of the Brazilian national team. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, leading various clubs in Brazil. His coaching career spans multiple decades, overseeing teams in domestic leagues and contributing to the development of players.
Played for São Paulo FC
Participated in the 1974 FIFA World Cup
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