Nilton Santos

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Birth Name: Nílton dos Santos

Born: 16 May 1925 Died: 27 November 2013

Country of origin: Brazil

Height: 5' 11"

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Description: Nílton dos Santos (16 May 1925 – 27 November 2013) was a Brazilian footballer who primarily played as a wingback. At international level, he was a member of the Brazil squads that won the 1958 and 1962 World Cups. Regarded as one of the greatest defenders in the history of the game, Nílton Santos is a member of the World Team of the 20th Century, and was named by Pelé one of the top 125 greatest living footballers at a FIFA Awards ceremony in 2004. In 2009, he was the recipient of the Golden Foot Legends Award. He was unrelated to his frequent defensive partner Djalma Santos. ... (more)

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