Having only worn the shirts of Coritiba, Santos and Grêmio in his career, Oberdan is considered an idol of the three clubs.
[1] He won several titles alongside Pelé at Santos FC, and at Coritiba, where he started his career, he was three-time state champion.
He ended his career at Grêmio, being appointed to the club's hall of fame.
[2][3][4] Oberdan had only one experience as a coach in 1980, with Grêmio.
[3][4] After retiring, Oberdan founded a mineral water bottling company.