Dondinho

About

Brazilian soccer player who played as a center forward. Following a career-ending knee injury, he devoted himself to coaching and mentoring his son, Brazilian soccer legend Pelé. He played on over 5 teams throughout his senior career. 

Before Fame

Before his injury, he played for a number of clubs, including Atlético Mineiro and Flumineuse FC. 

Trivia

He died of heart failure on November 16, 1996, in São Paulo. He stood at approximately six feet tall. 

Family Life

He was born João Ramos do Nascimento in Campos Gerais, Brazil. He had three children, Pelé, Zeca Nascimento, and Maria Lúcia Nascimento. 

Associated With

He was played by Seu Jorge in the film Pelé: Birth of a Legend in 2016.