Augusto da Costa 1920 – 2004

Biography

Augusto da Costa was born on October 22, 1920, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, during a vibrant era in the nation’s football history. He devoted his life to the sport, building a career that spanned both playing and managing roles throughout his life. His connection to Rio de Janeiro remained constant—the city that shaped him as a young athlete became the backdrop for his entire professional journey.

Throughout his career, da Costa contributed to Brazilian football during a formative period for the sport in South America. Whether on the pitch or from the sidelines as a manager, he was part of the generation that helped establish football’s deep cultural significance in Brazil. His work reflected the passion and dedication that characterized the era’s athletes and coaches.

Augusto da Costa passed away on March 1, 2004, in his native Rio de Janeiro, at the age of 83, leaving behind a legacy rooted in Brazilian football. He lived a full life centered around the sport he loved, witnessing and participating in the evolution of the beautiful game in Brazil across most of the twentieth century.