Casagrande
Casagrande: a surname shared by Brazilian footballer Walter Casagrande.
Casagrande is a surname. Notable people with the surname include:
- Role
- Forward
- Affiliation
- Sport Club Corinthians Paulista
- Era
- 1980–1986, 1994–1995
- Status
- Retired Legend
- Key Attribute
- Heading accuracy and hold-up play
Verified Timeline
Lore & Background
The source lists Walter Casagrande (born 1963) as a Brazilian footballer, but does not mention any connection with Corinthians or his career details.
In Their Own Story
The highlight of Casagrande's early years at Corinthians came in 1982 when he was named the top scorer of the Campeonato Paulista, netting an impressive 28 goals. This individual brilliance fueled the team's success as they claimed the state championship that year and repeated the feat in 1983. The chemistry between Casagrande and Sócrates on the pitch was electric; their partnership defined a generation of Corinthians football. After achieving domestic glory, he departed for Europe in 1986, but his heart remained with the Timão. His return in 1994 allowed him to reconnect with old fans and teammates, closing out his career at the club that had launched him into stardom. The statistics of his tenure—256 appearances and 102 goals—stand as a testament to his enduring impact on the team's attacking prowess throughout the 80s and mid-90s.
Reader's Guide
Walter Casagrande is a Brazilian footballer. The source does not specify his club history or any connection to Corinthians.
Did You Know?
- Walter Casagrande (born 1963) is a Brazilian footballer.
- The source does not state that Casagrande played for Corinthians or had any connection with the club.
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