Bismarck Barreto Faria
Bismarck Barreto Faria is a Brazilian former professional footballer known for his role as a midfielder.
He began his professional career in 1987 with CR Vasco da Gama, marking the start of a successful journey in football.
Bismarck was a standout player in Japan, earning the J. League Best Eleven honors multiple times during his career.
Biography
Early Life
Bismarck Barreto Faria, commonly known as Bismarck, was born in São Gonçalo, Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil. His passion for football emerged early, leading him to pursue a professional career in the sport.
Career
Bismarck's professional journey began in 1987 when he joined CR Vasco da Gama, where he showcased his skills as a midfielder. In 1993, he made a significant move to Japan, signing with Tokyo Verdy in the J1 League. His time at Verdy was marked by notable success, as he was selected for the J. League Best Eleven twice, in 1994 and 1995. In 1997, he transferred to Kashima Antlers, continuing to impress by earning the Best Eleven award in his first season. After a brief return to Brazil in 2002, where he played for Fluminense and Goiás, Bismarck returned to Japan in 2003 to finish his career with Vissel Kobe, retiring at the end of that season.
Bismarck also had a distinguished international career, representing Brazil at various youth levels. He was part of the Brazil national under-20 team that secured third place in the 1989 FIFA World Youth Championship, where he earned the MVP Award and the Adidas Golden Ball for his outstanding performances. At the senior level, he contributed to Brazil's victory in the 1989 Copa América and participated in the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy.
Personal Life
Bismarck's name pays homage to Otto von Bismarck, the influential German statesman. Beyond football, he appeared in a special version of the film "Jesus" alongside fellow Brazilian footballers Jorginho and Cláudio Taffarel during the 1998 World Cup, highlighting his cultural impact beyond the pitch.
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Career & Clubs
Bismarck was born in São Gonçalo, Rio de Janeiro State. His professional career began in 1987 playing for Vasco da Gama of Brazil. In 1993, he moved to Japan to play for the Verdy Kawasaki of the J1 League. During his three seasons at Verdy, Bismarck was twice selected as a member of the J. League Best Eleven, in 1994 and 1995. In 1997, he moved to Kashima Antlers, where he was again selected for the league's Best Eleven award in his first season with the new club. In 2002, he returned to Brazil to play for the Fluminense and the Goiás. However, in 2003 Bismarck would return to Japan to play for Vissel Kobe before retiring at the end of that season.
Bismarck was part of the Brazil national under-20 football team that placed third in 1989 FIFA World Youth Championship. He won the MVP Award, the Adidas Golden Ball, for his performances throughout the tournament. At senior level, he was also a member of the Brazil national team that won the Copa América in 1989, and represented his nation in the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy.
- Club
- Kashima Antlers (1997–2001)
- Club
- Vissel Kobe (2003–2003)
- Club
- CR Vasco da Gama (1987–1993)
- Club
- Tokyo Verdy (1993–1996)
- Club
- Goiás Esporte Clube (2002–2002)
- Club
- Fluminense F.C. (2002–2002)
- Club
- Brazil national under-17 football team (1985–1985)
- Club
- Brazil national under-20 football team (1987–1989)
- Club
- Brazil men's national football team (1989–1990)
- Club
- Fluminense F.C. (2001–2001)
- National team
- Brazil
Personal
He is named after Otto von Bismarck, the famous politician who played an important role in the creation of one of the world's Great Powers, the German Empire. Bismarck, along with one-time Brazilian football teammates Jorginho and Cláudio Taffarel, were featured in a special version of the film Jesus produced and distributed during the 1998 World Cup.
Clubs
- Brazil national under-17 football team1985–1985
- Brazil national under-20 football team1987–1989
- CR Vasco da Gama1987–1993
- Brazil men's national football team1989–1990
- Tokyo Verdy1993–1996
- Kashima Antlers1997–2001
- Fluminense F.C.2001–2001
- Fluminense F.C.2002–2002
- Goiás Esporte Clube2002–2002
- Vissel Kobe2003–2003
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- Abner Felipe Souza de AlmeidaBrazil national under-17 football team · 2013–2013
- Abner Felipe Souza de AlmeidaBrazil national under-20 football team · 2014–2014
- Acácio Cordeiro BarretoBrazil men's national football team · 1986–1990
- Acácio Cordeiro BarretoCR Vasco da Gama · 1982–1991
- Adaílson Pereira CoelhoBrazil national under-17 football team · 2003–2003
- Adaílson Pereira CoelhoCR Vasco da Gama · 2007–2008
- Adaílson Pereira CoelhoTokyo Verdy · 2014–2014
- Adaílton José dos Santos FilhoBrazil national under-20 football team · 2003–2003
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Identifiers & aliases
Bismarck Barreto Faria, better known as Bismarck is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a midfielder.
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