Roberto Caveanha (born 7 July 1944), better known as Babá, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as

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Career

Babá drew attention when he was featured in a 5–1 victory for Guarani against Santos, with

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in field. Hired by São Paulo, he stayed at the club until he had problems with the club manager

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, when he returned to Guarani for the second time.

International career

Babá just be called up for Brazil in the friendly match against Yugoslavia, 17 December 1968, and scored one goal.

Honours

São Paulo

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Barcelona

* Campeonato Ecuatoriano de Fútbol Serie A:

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References

1944 births Living people Men's association football forwards Brazilian men's footballers São Paulo state football team players São Paulo FC players Guarani FC players Esporte Clube São Bento players Footballers from São Paulo (state) Brazil men's international footballers Brazilian expatriate men's footballers Brazilian expatriate sportspeople in Ecuador Expatriate men's footballers in Ecuador Barcelona S.C. footballers Ecuadorian Serie A players {{Brazil-footy-forward-stub