Deodoro (footballer)

Deodoro José de Almeida Leite (7 June 1949 – 25 January 2024), simply known as Deodoro, was a Brazilian professional footballer who played as a defender.

Playing career
Deodoro began his career in the youth sectors at Portuguesa. In 1969, he was promoted to the professional ranks as fullback, being Zé Maria substitute. He played in 83 matches and scored 2 goals for the club. He then had spells at Juventus, Guarani, Vasco and Coritiba, where he won the Silver Ball in 1978, playing as central defender. Deodoro returned to Juventus once again in 1979, and was part of the squad that won the 1983 Taça de Prata, considered the most important title in the club's history.

Managerial career
Deodoro was São Caetano manager in 1991, from June to December.

Death
Deodoro suffered a stroke on 23 January 2024. He died two days later, on 25 January, at the age of 74.

Honours
Vasco
 * Taça Danilo Leal Carneiro: 1975

Juventus-SP
 * Campeonato Brasileiro Série B: 1983

Individual
 * 1978 Bola de Prata