The Brazilian ‘tiger’
Arthur Fridenreich was also one the greatest goal-scorers
in the history of football. Over his career he scored 1329
goals officially recognised by FIFA. At an early age
Friedenreich joined the Paulist
ano Club in Sao Paulo and
immediately went into their first team.
Tours Europe
Soon after he played his first international against Exeter
City from England. In that game the young Brazilian forward
lost two teeth after a heavy tackle!
In 1927, Paulistano became the first the first Brazilian
club to tour Europe. They played in France, Switzerland and
Portugal. They won nine times and lost only once.
Friedenreich became known as 'the tiger' because he was so
strong. He was very popular with both the press and the
fans and was the top goal scorer with 11 goals in 8 games.
The Tiger played first class soccer until he was 42,
retiring in 1934. In his last game he scored the winning
goal.
