title: João Carlos (footballer, born 1982)
text: # João Carlos (footballer, born 1982)
  
  João Carlos Pinto Chaves (born 1 January 1982), known as just João Carlos, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a central defender.
  
  ## Career
  
  Born in Rio de Janeiro, João Carlos has played professionally in Brazil, Bulgaria, Belgium and Russia for Vasco da Gama, CSKA Sofia, Lokeren, Genk and Anzhi Makhachkala.
  
  ## Honours
  
  Genk
  
  * Belgian Cup: 2008–09
  