Brito (footballer, born 1939)

Hércules de Brito Ruas, (born 9 August 1939 in Rio de Janeiro), known as Brito, is a former Brazilian footballer. He played as a central defender for several clubs, and for the Brazil national team.

Club career
In 1975, he played abroad in the National Soccer League with Montreal Castors.

International career
Brito has 45 caps with the Brazil national team between 1964 and 1972.

He won the 1970 FIFA World Cup with the Brazil national team. He also played the 1966 FIFA World Cup (one game against Portugal).

Club
Vasco
 * Rio de Janeiro State championship: 1956
 * Rio-São Paulo: 1966
 * Taça Guanabara: 1965

International
Brazil
 * FIFA World Cup: 1970
 * Roca Cup: 1971
 * Brazil Independence Cup: 1972

Individual

 * Placar's Bola de Prata (Silver Ball): 1970