João Carlos (footballer, born 1982)
# 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
