Overview

Alfredo "Doca" de Almeida Rego (7 April 1903 – 1956) was a Brazilian football player noted in historical registers as having represented the Brazil national team. Known by the familiar nickname "Doca," he played during a formative period for organized football in Brazil, when the national side was consolidating its identity on the South American stage.

Career and historical context

Detailed club records and statistical archives for many players of this era are often incomplete. While specific information about Alfredo Rego's position, number of appearances, or club affiliations is scarce in widely available public sources, contemporary players typically competed in regional leagues and state championships that were the backbone of Brazilian football before nationwide competitions became regular. The national team then principally contested regional tournaments such as the South American Championship (now Copa América) and occasional international friendlies.

National team appearance

Sources indicate that Rego did play for the Brazil national side. Contemporary references and summaries of early Brazilian internationals sometimes list him among those capped, though complete match-by-match details are not consistently preserved. For general reference, see summaries of early Brazilian footballers and historical lists of internationals: player profile references and records of the Brazil national team.

Legacy and significance

Players like Alfredo "Doca" Rego occupy a transitional place in Brazilian sporting history. They contributed to the development and popularization of football in Brazil at a time when the game was spreading rapidly across cities and states. Nicknames such as "Doca" reflect a longstanding cultural habit in Brazilian football of using familiar monikers for players, which has helped preserve their memory even when detailed statistics are missing.

Key facts

  • Full name: Alfredo de Almeida Rego (commonly known as "Doca").
  • Born: 7 April 1903.
  • Died: 1956.
  • Represented: Brazil national team (early 20th century).

Researchers interested in more precise details are advised to consult period newspapers, state football federation archives, club records where available, and compiled lists of early internationals maintained by football historians and national databases: reference sources and national team records.