Nelson Matilde Miranda (born 16 March 1945 in Nova Lima), better known as Nelsinho, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as an attacking midfielder and forward.
Career
Nelsinho is one of the 11 players "immortalized" in Campinas after Guarani beat Pelé's Santos FC by 5–1 in 1964. In Ecuadorian football, he earned the nickname 'Jinete Nelsinho' due to his bold style of play. He was Ecuadorian champion for the two big clubs in Guayaquil, and top scorer in the competition in 1972.
Honours
Athletico Paranaense Campeonato Paranaense: 1970
Barcelona Campeonato Ecuatoriano de Fútbol Serie A: 1971
Emelec Campeonato Ecuatoriano de Fútbol Serie A: 1979
Individual 1972 Campeonato Ecuatoriano de Fútbol Serie A top scorer: 15 goals
References
External links Nelsinho at ogol.com.br