Washington Rodrigues

Washington Rodrigues

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Washington Rodrigues, famously known as Apolinho, was a Brazilian sports radio broadcaster and journalist. He is best known for popularizing the term 'chocolate' in football, which refers to significant victories or goleadas. His influence on Brazilian football culture was profound, and he left a lasting legacy through his commentary and the popularization of football-related expressions. Apolinho's passion for the sport was reflected in his work, where he shared insights and stories that resonated with fans across the country. He passed away in 2022, but his contributions to the football community continue to be celebrated.

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Washington Rodrigues, known as Apolinho, was in charge of the team's technical direction.

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O Globo·BrazilBrazil· 2025-12-21
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Washington Rodrigues, known as Apolinho, coined the term 'chocolate' to refer to football thrashings.

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O Estado de S. Paulo (Estadão)·LiechtensteinLiechtenstein· 2025-04-20
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