José Calazans
association football player
José Alves Calazans (born 20 October 1939), is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a right winger.
Career
Calazans began his career at Bangu, and played there until 1957. In 1960, he was one of the main people responsible for América's title in the Campeonato Carioca, scoring a historic free kick against Flamengo. He also made almost 100 appearances for Fluminense, his last club.
Calazans played twice for the Brazil national team, in 1956 in the Oswaldo Cruz Cup and in 1959 in the Bernardo O'Higgins Cup.
Personal life
Calazans is brother of also footballer Zózimo. After retiring from football, he worked at the transportation department of the state of Rio de Janeiro.
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