Oscarino Costa Silva 1907 – 1990

Biography

Oscarino Costa Silva was born on January 17, 1907, in Niterói, a vibrant city across the bay from Rio de Janeiro. During his lifetime, he became known as a footballer, participating in Brazil’s growing passion for the sport during the early and mid-twentieth century. His career unfolded during a transformative period in Brazilian football, as the nation was developing its distinctive style and building its sporting legacy.

Silva spent much of his life in Rio de Janeiro, where he was ultimately laid to rest following his death on September 16, 1990, at the age of eighty-three. His years of life spanned nearly the entire twentieth century, witnessing tremendous changes in Brazil and in football itself. Though detailed records of his specific achievements and career highlights remain limited, Silva’s place in Brazilian football history reflects the broader story of a nation that grew to embrace the sport as central to its cultural identity.