Fábio Crippa

Fábio Crippa was a Brazilian professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper.

Career

Revealed by São Paulo Railway, Crippa played for the club until 1950, when he was hired by São Paulo FC. Without being able to be a starter, he only played in one match, in the 1950 Torneio Rio-São Paulo. In the following season, he was a starter for SE Palmeiras, becoming notable for winning the 1951 Copa Rio, one of the most important tournaments in the club's history, in addition to the Taça Cidade de São Paulo and the Torneio Rio-São Paulo. He made a total of 81 appearances for the club, as he competed for position with Oberdan Cattani during the period.

Death

Crippa died on 23 January 2011 at age of 82, due to Alzheimer's disease.

Honours

;Palmeiras