Carlos Alberto Torres 1944 – 2016

Biography

Carlos Alberto Torres was born on July 17, 1944, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where he would build a life devoted to football. Throughout his career, he worked both as a player and manager, contributing to Brazilian football across multiple decades. His presence in the sport left an impression on those who knew him and worked alongside him during his years of involvement.

On October 25, 2016, Carlos Alberto passed away in his native Rio de Janeiro at the age of 72, following a myocardial infarction. His death marked the end of a life spent in service to the game he loved. Though his specific achievements and the details of his career remain part of football’s broader history, his dedication to the sport and his connection to Rio de Janeiro’s football community remained central to who he was.

The memory of Carlos Alberto Torres endures among those whose lives he touched through his work in Brazilian football, preserving his legacy as both a player and mentor to the sport.