Overview

José Fernando Polozzi (born 1 October 1955) is a Brazilian former footballer known for his inclusion in Brazil's squad for the 1978 FIFA World Cup. Basic biographical details appear in contemporary squad lists and player registries; for a concise entry see birth and identity record.

Polozzi spent his playing career in Brazil's domestic football scene. While detailed club-by-club records vary by source, his career is best understood in the context of Brazilian professional leagues of the 1970s and 1980s. General summaries of his club involvement are available in broader career listings and historical databases: career overview.

International selection and 1978 World Cup

Polozzi's primary international recognition came when he was named in the full Brazil squad for the 1978 FIFA World Cup in Argentina. Inclusion in a World Cup squad is a notable distinction even if a player does not ultimately appear on the field. The Brazil national side roster and related notes can be consulted at sources summarizing team selections: Brazil national team listings and the tournament entry 1978 World Cup squad.

Playing profile and legacy

Although Polozzi never played an official senior international match for Brazil, being selected for a World Cup squad marks a high point in a player's career. Players in this situation are sometimes remembered for their role in training, squad depth and readiness to step in if required. This kind of contribution is a recurring theme in tournament football, where squad size and tactical choices affect who takes the field.

Notable facts

  • Selected for Brazil's 1978 World Cup squad but recorded no senior international appearances.
  • Associated with the era of Brazilian domestic football that produced many internationally recognized players.
  • Recognition chiefly through inclusion in historical squad lists and retrospective accounts.

For readers researching players with tournament selections but limited international caps, Polozzi's career illustrates how squad selection and match appearances can differ. Further details on match rosters, squad rotation and tournament reports are available through the linked resources above.