Legends of Soor Grounds: Julio Cardoso- by gasper crasto
Name: Julio Cardoso
Birthplace: Galgibaga, Canacona
Current Team: GOA Maroons
Playing position: Goalkeeper
Playing position: Goalkeeper
G.O.A Maroons stalwart Julio Cardoso – a popular figure on the football field and one of the most prominent personalities among Goans in Kuwait is an undisputed Legend of Soor Grounds.
As recently as March 2007, Julio was awarded ‘Athlete of the Year’ by Clube Recreative de Chinchinim (CRC Chinchinim). The award in a distinguished trophy form is one of the few noteworthy awards for Indian sportsmen in Kuwait and is given away for an individual for absolute and outstanding contribution and achievements in sports.
Julio Cardoso has been a complete footballer and a 'jovial' disciplinarian. The evergreen star started 'under the bar' at a young age of 19 years with Friends Club -- way back in 1977 and thereafter went on to play for top clubs of Kuwait like Salcete United, Incredible XI, United Goans, etc, before joining the renowned club G.O.A Maroons in 1994. One of the oldest players registered with Kuwait Indian Football Federation (KIFF), Julio has been playing active football till date. During his peak form he was considered one of the best goalkeepers in Kuwait especially during his years with Friends Club and Goa Maroons. In recent years though, the dynamic footballer is seen playing upfront. Julio has represented Kuwait in the KIFF Selection that toured Bahrain in 1987 and played against Kerala in Kuwait in 1989. He also captained a team of Kuwait Goans sponsored by Goan Welfare Society at the Overseas World Cup Tournament held in Goa in 2001.
Julio has won a total of 8 man of the match awards in KIFF organized tournaments in Kuwait.In his career spanning nearly 30 years of soccer in Kuwait, Julio recalls having received just 1 yellow card (for handling the ball).The vibrant personality was also considered one of the best Indian Referees in Kuwait while representing the KIFF Referees body.
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