Carlos Alberto Santos

Carlos Alberto Santos, born on December ninth, nineteen sixty, is a retired Brazilian football player and manager who has left a significant mark in the world of football.

Throughout his career, Santos made nearly two hundred appearances in the Campeonato Brasileiro, showcasing his talent with clubs such as Goiás and Botafogo. His journey took a pivotal turn in nineteen ninety-two when he joined the Kashima Antlers in Japan.

During his time with the Antlers, Santos played a crucial role in securing the first stage of the J1 League championship in nineteen ninety-three, earning a spot in the prestigious J.League Team of the Year. After departing from Antlers in nineteen ninety-five, he continued his career with Shimizu S-Pulse, where he spent five and a half years.

In nineteen ninety-six, Santos contributed to Shimizu S-Pulse's victory in the J.League Cup and was honored as the J. League Cup MVP, further solidifying his legacy in Japanese football.