Off the PitchGiveMeSportUnverified source· 5 Aug 2026
World Cup-Winning Captain Cafu Went Bankrupt Despite Millions
He lifted the World Cup as captain and made the Ballon d'Or top 20, yet still went bankrupt.
Cafú
player
Who
Cafu
What
Went bankrupt
Career
World Cup-winning captain, Ballon d'Or top 20
What happened. Cafu, a World Cup-winning captain and Ballon d'Or top 20 finisher, went bankrupt despite earning millions during his career.
- Earned millions in his career but it didn't last.
- Winning the World Cup doesn't guarantee financial security after retirement.
His story highlights the financial challenges many footballers face after retirement.
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