Telê Santana

Telê Santana was a historic right-winger for Fluminense before becoming one of the greatest coaches in Brazilian football history. As a player, he played for Fluminense between 1951 and 1960, nicknamed 'Thread of Hope' by the tricolor supporters. He won the Rio Cup in 1952 and the Carioca Championship in 1959, scoring over 160 goals for the club. As a coach, he led the Brazilian National Team in the 1982 and 1986 World Cups, managing legendary teams known for their attacking football, featuring Zico, Sócrates, Falcão and Éder. Although without a world title, the 1982 Brazil team is remembered as one of the most enchanting national teams of all time. His peak came at São Paulo, where he won two consecutive Libertadores Cup and Intercontinental Cup titles in 1992 and 1993, defeating Barcelona and Milan in the world finals. He passed away in 2006, leaving a legacy of dedication to beautiful football.