João Severiano

João Carlos da Silva Severiano (born 26 September 1941), better known as João Severiano or Joãozinho, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a midfielder.

Career
A player of extreme skill and intelligence, it didn't take long for him to rise to Grêmio's professional ranks. For Grêmio FBPA, João Severiano made 423 appearances and scored 135 goals, playing from 1960 to 1972, having a brief spell at CA Independiente de Avellaneda in 1961, where he did not receive many opportunities to play. He was seven-time state champion from 1962 to 1968.

Marino also made 2 appearances for the Brazil national team in total, during the 1966 Copa Bernardo O'Higgins against Chile, scoring 2 goals.

Personal life
João Severiano entered political life after retiring, both in Rio Grande do Sul as a state deputy, and at Grêmio participating in the club's political life.

Honours

 * Grêmio
 * Campeonato Gaúcho: 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968
 * Campeonato Sul-Brasileiro de Futebol de 1962: 1962
 * Campeonato Citadino de Porto Alegre: 1960, 1964, 1965


 * Brazil
 * Copa Bernardo O'Higgins: 1966