José de Anchieta Fontana (born 31 December 1940) is a Brazilian former football player whose career included appearances for the Brazil national team. Basic biographical details and contemporary records can be found via his birth and registration details. He is typically referred to by his full name in formal records.

Career overview

Fontana played professionally in Brazil's domestic leagues and rose to a level that brought him selection for the national side. Sources listing player careers or historical squad data give an account of his international appearances; a concise summary of his involvement with the Brazil team is available through a national-team profile link such as national team statistics. Detailed season-by-season club records are usually held in club archives or specialist databases (player profile).

Position and playing style

Contemporary reports and the role he is most often associated with indicate that Fontana occupied defensive duties on the pitch. Players in this category were expected to combine marking, tactical awareness and robust tackling, and earning international selection in Brazil has typically reflected a high standard in those areas.

Historical context and significance

Fontana's career took place during a period when Brazilian football was internationally prominent. Competition for places in the national team has long been intense, so any player selected to represent Brazil is generally regarded as having reached a notable standard. His presence in national records places him among the cohort of mid-20th-century Brazilian professionals who contributed to the country’s rich footballing tradition.

Legacy and where to find more

While some players remain primarily known to collectors and historians, official rosters and archived match reports preserve Fontana’s contributions. For further reading, consult dedicated player summaries and historical compilations: career profile, match and cap list, and registry entries at civil records.

  • Full name: José de Anchieta Fontana
  • Born: 31 December 1940 (official record)
  • Notable: Earned selection for the Brazil national football team (see details)