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Roberto Lopes de Miranda, sometimes known as just Roberto or Roberto Miranda (born in Niterói, Rio de Janeiro State, 31 July 1943) is a former association footballer who played as a midfielder or striker. His nickname was "Vendaval" (meaning Gale). Throughout his career (1962–1976) he played for Botafogo, Flamengo, Corinthians and América. He won two Rio de Janeiro State Championship (1967, 1968) and one Brazilian Cup in 1968. For the Brazilian national team he played 12 games between 1968 and 1972 and scored 6 goals. He was also part of the team that won the 1970 FIFA World Cup, playing in two matches. Together with Jairzinho, Robert Miranda was part of the attack which helped Botafogo to win the Rio (Carioca) Championship consecutively in 1967 and 1968. In the 1960s, Santos of Pelé, Coutinho, Zito, Edu etc. and Botafogo of Zequinha, Gérson, Jairzinho, Roberto Miranda and Paulo Cesar were the two best teams in Brazil. Botafogo supporters believe that this attack is one of the best attacks in world football history. Roberto Miranda later left Botafogo to play in Mexico.

Quick facts about Roberto Miranda

  • Full name: Roberto Miranda
  • Born: 1943-07-31
  • Nationality: Brazil
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q614391

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Who is Roberto Miranda?

Roberto Lopes de Miranda, sometimes known as just Roberto or Roberto Miranda (born in Niterói, Rio de Janeiro State, 31 July 1943) is a former association footballer who played as a midfielder or striker.

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Roberto Miranda is Brazil.

When was Roberto Miranda born?

Roberto Miranda was born on 1943-07-31.

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