Alexandre Torres
Alexandre Torres is a Brazilian retired professional footballer known for his defensive skills.
He began his professional career at Fluminense F.C., playing there from 1985 to 1990.
Torres had two stints at CR Vasco da Gama, first from 1991 to 1994 and later from 2000 to 2001.
Biography
Early Life
Carlos Alexandre Torres, known as Alexandre Torres, is a Brazilian retired professional footballer born into a footballing family, with his father being the legendary Carlos Alberto Torres. Growing up in Brazil, Alexandre was surrounded by the sport from an early age, which undoubtedly influenced his career path.
Career
Torres began his professional career at Fluminense F.C., where he played from 1985 to 1990. His defensive skills quickly caught the attention of larger clubs, leading him to CR Vasco da Gama, where he played from 1991 to 1994 and again from 2000 to 2001. In 1995, he made a significant move to Japan, joining Nagoya Grampus Eight, where he played until 1999. Notably, he was signed by the renowned manager Arsène Wenger, who was surprised to discover that Torres's agent was his father, a football icon in his own right.
In addition to his club career, Torres had a brief stint with the Brazil men's national football team, earning one cap in 1992. His time on the national squad, although short, marked a significant milestone in his career, showcasing his talent on an international level.
Legacy
After retiring from professional football, Alexandre Torres left behind a legacy as a skilled defender who navigated both Brazilian and Japanese football landscapes. His familial ties to the sport and his own achievements continue to inspire young footballers in Brazil and beyond.
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Career & Clubs
Club career
Torres played professionally in Brazil and Japan for Fluminense, Vasco da Gama and Nagoya Grampus Eight. At Nagoya Grampus he was signed by the manager Arsène Wenger, who seemed to recognise his agent's face from somewhere – bemused to find out it was his father and Brazil legend Carlos Alberto.
International career
Torres was called up to the Brazil national squad in 1992, making one international appearance.
- Club
- CR Vasco da Gama (1991–1994)
- Club
- CR Vasco da Gama (2000–2001)
- Club
- Brazil men's national football team (1992–1992)
- National team
- Brazil
- Club
- Fluminense F.C. (1985–1990)
- Club
- Nagoya Grampus (1995–1999)
Clubs
Played together with
Abel BragaBrazil men's national football team · 1978–1978- Abel BragaCR Vasco da Gama · 1976–1979
- Abel BragaFluminense F.C. · 1971–1976
Abel HernándezFluminense F.C. · 2021–2022- Acácio Cordeiro BarretoBrazil men's national football team · 1986–1990
- Acácio Cordeiro BarretoCR Vasco da Gama · 1982–1991
- Adaílson Pereira CoelhoCR Vasco da Gama · 2007–2008
Ademir da GuiaBrazil men's national football team · 1965–1974
Ademir de MenezesBrazil men's national football team · 1945–1953- Ademir de MenezesCR Vasco da Gama · 1942–1945
- Ademir de MenezesCR Vasco da Gama · 1948–1956
- Ademir de MenezesFluminense F.C. · 1946–1947
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Identifiers & aliases
Carlos Alexandre Torres, known as Alexandre Torres, is a Brazilian retired professional footballer who played as a defender. His father is former footballer Carlos Alberto Torres.
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