Waldir Peres


Waldir Peres de Arruda, known as Waldir Peres, was a Brazilian footballer who played as a goalkeeper, in particular with São Paulo FC and the Brazilian national team.

Playing career

Club

At club level, Peres was mainly known for his time with São Paulo FC.

International

At international level, Peres was capped 30 times for Brazil, between October 1975 and July 1982; he was a member of the Brazilian national team during the World Cup 1974, 1978 and 1982. He played five games at the 1982 World Cup.

Coaching career

In 2006, Peres was appointed as the Vitória-ES U-18 team manager during the Copa São Paulo de Juniores.

Death

Peres died in 2017 of a heart attack; he was 66.

Personal life

Peres's daughter Erika Peres is also a footballer.

Honours

Club

;São Paulo
;Santa Cruz