Remembering João Havelange on the 8th Anniversary of his death

  • By Lori Macatee
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Remembering João Havelange, 8 Years Later

It has been exactly 8 long years since Former FIFA President João Havelange died in Rio de Janeiro on August 16, 2016 at the age of 100. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed athletes of his generation.

Today, fans of João Havelange along with the rest of the sports world have been remembering the iconic man he was.

Havelange, a cultural icon

Born Jean-Marie Faustin Goedefroid de Havelange in Rio de Janeiro on May 8, 1916, his career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in Brazilian history. Havelange was not just a great athlete, he was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.

His legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique heritage.

It's been 8 years since the tragic loss of João Havelange and his personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although João Havelange is no longer physically here, his presence is more powerful than ever. He left a void that has yet to be filled.

In memory of the Late Great João Havelange.

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