Bauru

[bou-roo]

noun

1. a city in E Brazil.

Example Sentences

Youth team football came first, in 1953, when he signed for his local club, Bauru.

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The narrative starts at Pelé’s native city of Tres Coracoes, talks about his move to the Sao Paulo countryside city of Bauru and then on to Santos, where he becomes a global star.

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Pele started out as a young boy at Bauru FC in Sao Paulo state under the guidance of former Brazil international Waldemar de Brito.

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He grew up in relative poverty in the city of Bauru, and contributed to the family income by getting part-time jobs in local cafes.

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He also led Bauru Athletic Club juniors to three state youth championships, establishing himself as a bright talent.

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