Édson de Souza Barbosa (20 June 1943 – 17 July 2015), mostly known as Édson Cegonha, was a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a midfielder and left back.
Career
Born in Rio de Janeiro, Cegonha made the mostly of his career in São Paulo, being one of the few players to play for the three biggest clubs in the capital ("Trio de Ferro").
Played for the national team twice, an unofficial one in 1965, where Corinthians represented Brazil against Arsenal, and in a friendly against Wales, 18 May 1966.
Edson was also an assistant coach at Corinthians in the late 1990s.
Personal life
Édson was married to the sambista Beth Carvalho, and father of actress Luana Carvalho.
Death
Cegonha died on July 17, 2015, after a multiple organ failure.
Honours
Corinthians
Torneio Rio-São Paulo: 1966
São Paulo
Campeonato Paulista: 1970, 1971
References
External links Édson Cegonha at ogol.com.br