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| Amarildo | |
|---|---|
| Name | Amarildo |
| Fullname | Amarildo Tavares da Silveira |
| Birth date | 29 July 1939 |
| Birth place | Pojuca, Bahia, Brazil |
| Position | Striker |
| Years1 | 1955–1960 |
| Clubs1 | Petrolina |
| Years2 | 1960–1963 |
| Clubs2 | Botafogo |
| Years3 | 1963–1967 |
| Clubs3 | Milan |
| Years4 | 1967–1970 |
| Clubs4 | Roma |
| Years5 | 1970–1974 |
| Clubs5 | Monterrey |
| Nationalyears1 | 1963–1968 |
| Nationalteam1 | Brazil |
Amarildo is a retired Brazilian football forward notable for his role in the 1962 FIFA World Cup where he succeeded an injured teammate to help secure a tournament victory. He played for leading clubs in Brazil, Italy, and Mexico, and later worked in coaching and scouting roles linked to major clubs and national programs. Amarildo's career intersected with multiple prominent figures and events in mid-20th century football history.
Born in Pojuca, Bahia, Amarildo emerged during an era shaped by figures such as Pelé, Garrincha, Didi, Zizinho and institutions like CBF. His formative years coincided with regional competitions in Bahia and clubs such as Esporte Clube Bahia and Esporte Clube Vitória, while contemporaries included players who later starred at Santos FC, Fluminense FC, CR Flamengo, and Sport Club do Recife. Growing up amid the postwar expansion of professionalisation that involved agents, scouts from Europe and tournaments like the Taça Brasil, Amarildo progressed into senior football as South American and CONMEBOL calendars shifted towards increased international transfers.
Amarildo first attracted attention at Brazilian clubs that competed against sides such as Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas, CR Vasco da Gama, Flamengo, and Santos FC. His move to Botafogo placed him alongside stars who faced teams like Palmeiras, Corinthians, and managers active in the era of Mário Zagallo and Vicente Feola. European clubs including AC Milan, Inter Milan, Juventus FC, AS Roma, and SS Lazio monitored South American forwards; Amarildo transferred to AC Milan where he played with contemporaries linked to the European Cup and Serie A. Later stints at AS Roma and Mexican side CF Monterrey connected him to competitions such as the Coppa Italia, Copa Libertadores, and the expansion of Liga MX. At club level his career intersected with directors, coaches and rival players known from matches at venues like the San Siro, Maracanã Stadium, Olympic Stadium (Rome), and tournaments organized under authorities like FIFA and regional bodies.
Amarildo's international tenure with Brazil peaked during the 1962 FIFA World Cup in Chile, when an injury to a leading forward created an opening. Called into a squad that included Garrincha, Pelé, Didi, Nilton Santos, and Mauro Ramos, he scored decisive goals in knockout matches, contributing to Brazil's triumph over opponents such as England and Czechoslovakia in tournaments that involved referees and officials from FIFA and match preparations tied to federations like the Chilean Football Federation. His caps came in fixtures versus CONMEBOL rivals including Argentina and Uruguay, and in friendlies featuring European tours against sides from Spain, Portugal, and Italy.
Amarildo was lauded for traits shared with forwards of his generation such as spatial awareness displayed by Pelé and dribbling verve akin to Garrincha, while also drawing comparisons to European finishers at AC Milan and Juventus. Analysts and historians referencing archives held by institutions like FIFA, the IFFHS, and national federations highlight his tactical adaptability, movement in the penalty area, and ability to perform under pressure in tournaments like the FIFA World Cup and continental cups. His contributions influenced subsequent generations of Brazilian forwards who would feature for clubs such as FC Barcelona, Real Madrid CF, Manchester United F.C. and Bayern Munich and for national teams across CONMEBOL and UEFA. Sports journalists from outlets tied to broadcasters like Rede Globo and publications modeled after Placar (magazine) have periodically revisited his decisive performances in historical retrospectives.
After retiring from playing, Amarildo engaged in coaching, scouting and advisory roles connected to clubs and federations including Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas, AC Milan, and national youth setups that interact with tournaments such as the FIFA U-20 World Cup and continental youth championships organized by CONMEBOL. He worked alongside managers and technical directors who had careers spanning Serie A, La Liga, Premier League, and Liga MX, contributing to talent identification and mentorship comparable to programs run by UEFA and national associations. His post-playing influence extended into football education forums, benefit matches, and veteran players' networks affiliated with organisations that host alumni events linked to historic World Cups and continental competitions.
Amarildo's personal life involved connections to Brazilian sporting institutions, municipal honours from local governments in Bahia and recognition by clubs he represented, sometimes commemorated at stadia such as the Maracanã Stadium and San Siro. His honours include the FIFA World Cup winners' distinction from 1962, domestic trophies contested in Brazil, and titles or recognitions earned during his time with AC Milan, AS Roma, and CF Monterrey in competitions like Serie A, Coppa Italia, and national cups. He has been cited in historical lists produced by FIFA, the CBF, and football historians documenting World Cup-winning squads.
Category:1939 births Category:Brazilian footballers Category:Brazil international footballers Category:1962 FIFA World Cup players Category:FIFA World Cup-winning players