Atleticana Memory Gallery pays tribute to radio greats

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·3 Agustus 2026

Atleticana Memory Gallery pays tribute to radio greats

The Atleticana Memory Gallery welcomed, on the evening of last Saturday (8/1), four new honorees who helped tell the Club’s story through sports radio. Before the match between Galo and Juventude, at Arena MRV, plaques were unveiled in honor of journalists Vilibaldo Alves, Jairo Anatólio Lima, Osvaldo Faria, and José Lino Souza Barros, professionals who marked generations with their voices and helped bring millions of Atlético fans closer to the Club.

The ceremony was held at the entrance to the future Galo Museum, where the Atleticana Memory Gallery is located, and brought together family members and friends of the honorees, as well as representatives from Atlético, the Galo Museum, and Instituto Galo.

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Opening the ceremony, the president of the Galo Museum, Emmerson Maurilio, highlighted the meaning of the tribute and the importance of preserving Atlético’s memory.

“The Atleticana Memory Gallery is a very special place for all of us. Here, we pay tribute to the people who helped build Atlético’s history. Soon, this will also be the entrance to the Galo Museum, further strengthening the preservation of our memory.”

Next, Atlético president Sérgio Coelho emphasized the emotion of recognizing professionals who followed and helped share the Club’s journey over the decades.

“It is a great joy to pay this tribute. I had the privilege of knowing some of these professionals and following the work they did for sports and for Atlético. The Club’s success and greatness were also built by people like them, who took Galo’s name to millions of supporters. This is a recognition made with justice and gratitude.”

After the speeches, family members of the four radio broadcasters took part in the unveiling of the plaques, which now become a permanent part of the Atleticana Memory Gallery.

Representing sports media professionals, journalist Afonso Alberto recalled his time with the honorees and highlighted the influence they had on different generations of radio in Minas Gerais.

“All four were my mentors. I learned from Osvaldo Faria, Vilibaldo Alves, Jairo Anatólio Lima, and José Lino Souza Barros. Each of them left a unique mark on sports broadcasting and helped shape generations of journalists.”

During the ceremony, the honorees’ life stories were also remembered. Vilibaldo Alves immortalized historic calls and catchphrases that remain etched in Atlético fans’ memories. Jairo Anatólio Lima built a distinguished career as a sports announcer, took part in World Cup coverage, and also played a role in the Club’s political life. Osvaldo Faria became one of the leading references in sports commentary in Minas Gerais, recognized for his credibility and striking personality. José Lino Souza Barros, meanwhile, stood out for his unmistakable voice and the traditional sports debate programs he hosted throughout his career.

The Atleticana Memory Gallery is part of the future Galo Museum project and aims to preserve and celebrate the Club’s history by honoring figures who contributed to building Atlético’s identity on and off the pitch.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.