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Oscar Cox

English-Brazilian who introduced football to Rio de Janeiro.

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Oscar Alfredo Sebastião Cox, born 20 January 1880, was an English-Brazilian sportsman who brought football to Rio de Janeiro and founded Fluminense. He studied in Lausanne, where he learned the game, and on 22 September 1901 organized the first football match in the state of Rio de Janeiro.

Cox then traveled to São Paulo with friends to play two drawn matches against a group led by Charles Miller. On 21 July 1902, at age 22, he founded Fluminense, which remains a popular and traditional club in Brazilian football. He died in France on 6 October 1931, and his remains were later moved to Rio de Janeiro.

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When and where was Oscar Cox born?

Oscar Cox was born on 20 January 1880 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

When did Oscar Cox die?

Oscar Cox died on 6 October 1931 in Clermont-Ferrand, France.

What is Oscar Cox known for?

Oscar Cox is known for Pioneering football in Brazil and founding Fluminense.

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