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@juanangelovando @SalvadorHicar Murió hoy Clovis Acosta Fernandes, 60 años, "Gaucho Da Copa"

Some sad news out of Brazil.

Clovis Acosta Fernandes, one of the most iconic fans in world football, has died at the age of 60. 

Fernandes, usually seen clutching a replica of the World Cup trophy, had adorned TV screens around the world for a number of years as he followed his beloved Selecao around the world. 

In a particularly poignant image, Fernandes' teary-eyed face seemed to encapsulate the mood of a nation when it was broadcast during Brazil's 7-1 defeat to Germany in the World Cup semi-final last year. 

Julio Vacacela 🎗️ @juliovacacela

Clovis Acosta Fernandes es el nombre del brasileño más triste durante el 1-7. Ha viajado a cada Mundial desde 1990:

Eduardo Ventura @EduLiraVentura

#Russia2018 - "Gaúcho da Copa" morre aos 60 anos em Porto Alegre.Clóvis Acosta Fernandes lutava contra um câncer.

According to Globo, Fernandes died after a nine-year battle with cancer. 

Our thoughts are with his friends and family. 

B/R Football @brfootball

R.I.P Clovis Acosta Fernandes—Brazil superfan & World Cup hugger sadly passes away at 60.