São Paulo legend Bauer would have turned 100 this Friday | OneFootball

One of the greatest idols in the history of São Paulo, midfielder José Carlos Bauer would have turned 100 years old this Friday (21). For Tricolor, he played 400 matches and scored 14 goals. Bauer passed away in 2007, at the age of 81. São Paulo’s official social media account paid tribute to the athlete.

Career

Bauer began his journey at the age of 15, in São Paulo’s youth team. For Tricolor, he spent 14 years, winning the 1943 Paulista, two state double championships (1945/46 and 1948/49), and the 1953 Campeonato Paulista.

In 1954, the midfielder transferred to Botafogo and, before ending his career, also played for Portuguesa and São Bento.

Brazil National Team

José Carlos Bauer played 29 matches for the Brazilian National Team and participated in two World Cups: 1950 and 1954. In the 1950 World Cup in Brazil, he was nicknamed the “Giant of Maracanã” for his physical strength and outstanding performances in midfield. For the Seleção, he was South American champion in 1949 and World Cup runner-up in 1950.

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