Heraldo Bezerra

Heraldo Bezerra Nuñez, (born on 21 April 1945, in São Jerônimo, Brazil) was a Spanish footballer who played for Cruzeiro Esporte Clube. Despite being born in Brazil, he was also a Spanish citizen and played at the international level with Spain. He played against Turkey, in a 0-0 tie in 1973.He played together with Ayala and Garate in a famous forward line known as the three daggers. He played 102 games in the La Liga scoring 16 goals.Shortly after being transferred from Atletico Madrid to Boca Juniors at the beginning of the Argentine season, Bezerra died in a car accident near Campana on March 14, 1977, while travelling to Rosario accompanying team mate Ruben Favret, who survived without injuries.

National competitions

• 2 Spanish First Division titles (Atlético: 1972-1973, and 1976–1977)
• 2 Copa del Rey titles (Atlético in 1972 and 1976)

International competitions

• 1 Intercontinental Cup (Atlético Madrid in 1974)