João Sabino (2 October 1938 – 5 September 1978), was a Brazilian professional footballer who played as a forward.

Career

Revealed at Internacional de Bebedouro, he arrived at São Paulo FC along with another athlete on the team, the right back Deleu. At São Paulo, he made 88 appearances and scored 22 goals. Sabino had the nickname "Pelé de Bebedouro" due to his enormous physical resemblance with Pelé.

Personal life

Sabino owned a butcher shop in the city of Bebedouro after retiring from football.

Honours

São Paulo Small Club World Cup: 1963

Death

He died of hepatitis, on 5 September 1978.

References

External links Sabino at ogol.com.br