Almir (footballer, born 1953) explained

Almir
Fullname:Almir José Gil
Birth Date:28 September 1953
Birth Place:Florianópolis, Brazil
Position:Midfielder
Youthyears1:–1973
Youthclubs1:Figueirense
Years1:1973–1976
Years2:1976–1977
Years3:1978–1979
Years4:1979–1980
Years5:1981–1983
Caps5:195
Goals5:2
Years6:1984
Years7:1985–1987
Years8:1987–1989
Years9:1989
Pcupdate:30 August 2023

Almir José Gil (born 28 September 1953), simply known as Almir, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a midfielder.

Career

Almir started his career at Figueirense, and later moved to the rival Avai. Made a great career in São Paulo with almost 200 appearances (195 in total),[1] but it was in Coritiba where he reached his apex, being part of the 1985 Brazilian champion squad.[2] After retiring, graduated teacher in physical education, and returned to Figueirense as coordinator of the youth categories.[3]

Personal life

Almir is brother of Sérgio Gil and Tonho Gil.

Honours

São Paulo

1980, 1981

Coritiba

1985

1978, 1979, 1986

Avaí

1988

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Todos os Jogadores . SPFCpédia . 30 August 2023 . pt.
  2. Web site: Homenagem a Almir . Coritiba FBC . 25 September 2018 . 1 September 2023 . pt.
  3. Web site: Que fim levou? Almir (Ex-volante do São Paulo e Coritiba). Terceiro Tempo . 30 August 2023 . pt.