The famous Expresso da Vitória
History of Henrique C. - Viseu, Portugal
The famous Expresso da Vitória, as Vasco came to be called between 1947 and 1952, formed with Barbosa, Augusto and Rafanelli; Eli, Danilo and Jorge; Djalma, Maneca, Friaça, Lelé and Chico. In 1948, Expresso do Vasco was champion of South American champions, in Chile. This team was the basis of the Brazilian National Team in 1950. In 1970, Danuza Leão modernized the uniform, placing friezes on the shirts and shorts. In 1969, Vasco conceded Pelé's 1,000th goal. In 2007, it was for Vasco that Romário scored his thousandth goal.