João Santos (Portuguese footballer)
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João dos Santos (born 11 February 1909, date of death unknown) was a
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who played for
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and the Portugal national team, as forward.


International career

Santos made his debut for the national team 24 January 1926 against
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in a 1–1 draw in
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, just 16 years old and scored Portugals one goal. He was a member of Portugals Squad in the 1928 Football Olympic Tournament, and played one game against
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(2-1 win). Santos gained 11
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and scored 4 goals.


International goals


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