Heitor: Palmeiras idol born 126 years ago | OneFootball

126 years ago, on December 19, 1899, Ettore Marcellino Domingues, known as Heitor, was born. He is a legendary figure and the top scorer in the history of Palmeiras. His journey with the club intertwines with the early days of Palestra Itália, leaving a legacy of six titles and the impressive record of 326 goals over 16 seasons. The idol was not just a goal scorer but also a pioneer, being the first Palmeiras player to wear the Brazilian National Team jersey and score a goal for the canary team.

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The Arrival of a Star at Palestra Italia

Heitor's importance to Palestra Itália was so significant that sports journalist Thomaz Mazzoni, in the newspaper A Gazeta in 1931, stated: “Palestra cannot be understood without Heitor.” Born in the Brás neighborhood of São Paulo, the star began his career at Sport Club Americano in 1916. In the same year, Palestra Itália debuted in the Campeonato Paulista, and Heitor, at just 17 years old, was invited to join the team.

Early Highlights and Achievements

It didn't take long for Heitor to demonstrate his efficiency on the field. He quickly became an undisputed starter and established himself as a goal-scoring machine. He was a key player in the runner-up finishes in the 1917 and 1919 Campeonato Paulista, and crucially, in winning Palestra Itália's first title: the 1920 Campeonato Paulista.

Numbers of an Unforgettable Idol

Heitor's career at Palmeiras is marked by impressive numbers that cement his status as the top scorer. Over his 16 seasons, the star played 357 games, achieved 248 victories, and scored 326 goals.

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