1958 FIFA World Cup Final - Nílton Santos
Nílton Santos provided experienced defensive cover at left-back as Brazil secured its first World Cup title away from home.
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
Nílton Santos Biography and Timeline
Follow Nílton Santos through 2 dated historical records for Brazil.
Nílton Santos, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1962 FIFA World Cup Final - Nílton Santos
Nílton Santos used his experience on the left side of Brazil’s defence as the holders beat Czechoslovakia to retain the trophy.
Records, sources and methodology
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