China (footballer, born 1923)

José Gonçalves da Silva (27 January 1923 – ?), better known as China, was a Brazilian professional footballer who played as a forward.

Career

Before coming to São Paulo, China played for Rio de Janeiro-based clubs America-RJ and Fluminense. In São Paulo he won the state championships in 1948 and 1949. It was highlighted by its great speed.

At Guarani, he was hired from São Paulo for the final stretch of the access division in 1949, being fundamental in the victory. He scored 83 goals, being one of the top 15 players with the most goals in the history of for the club.

Honours

São Paulo

• Campeonato Paulista: 1948, 1949

Guarani

• Campeonato Paulista Série A2: 1949

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