Background
Born in Rio de Janeiro, his father, Domingos da Guia, was a former national team member who played at the 1938 Fédération internationale de football association World Cup.
politician association football player
Born in Rio de Janeiro, his father, Domingos da Guia, was a former national team member who played at the 1938 Fédération internationale de football association World Cup.
Usually a playmaker, he was known for his fantastic close control and passing ability. He was nicknamed O Divino, which means The Divine One, by his supporters. His lack of playing time was partially a result of the presence of playmaker Rivelino in the Brazil team
Brazilian Championship: 1967 (Taça Brasil), 1967 (Taça Roberto Gomes Pedrosa), 1969, 1972 and 1973 São Paulo State Championship: 1963, 1966, 1972, 1974 and 1976. Rio-São Paulo Tournament: 1965 IV Centenary of the City of Rio de Janeiro Tournament: 1965 Ramón de Carranza Trophy (Spain): 1969, 1974 and 1975. Laudo Natel Tournament: 1972 March del Plata Tournament (Argentina): 1972.
He was elected in 2004 for the legislative period of 2005–2008 as councilman for the city of São Paulo as a member of the Communist Party of Brazil, joining the Liberal Party later.
