1958
Garrincha Creates Openings for Teenage Pelé
Garrincha tormented full-backs on the right side as Brazil's attacking line built opportunities for the teenage Pelé.
Football player and manager history
Manuel Garrincha
Explore 9 football history records associated with Manuel Garrincha, arranged by year, month, day and event. Entries may concern different clubs or national teams during the person’s career.
Historical events
1958 June 15th
Victory Against Soviet Union
Transforms Brazil's attack with direct dribbling from the right wing.
1958 June 15th
World Cup Debut
Makes his World Cup debut during Brazil's victory over the Soviet Union.
1958 June 29th
World Cup Winner
Garrincha repeatedly beats defenders along Brazil's right flank and supplies attacking opportunities that help reverse Sweden's opening lead.
1962 June 10th
Header Opens England Quarter-Final
Heads Brazil in front during the quarter-final against England, beginning an influential individual performance that helps eliminate the English team.
1962 June 10th
Quarter-Final Goals Against England
Scores twice as Brazil defeat England 3-1 in the World Cup quarter-final.
1962 June 10th
Second Goal Seals England Elimination
Scores again with a powerful strike to make it 3-1 against England, completing the decisive scoring sequence that takes Brazil into the semi-finals.
1962 June 13th
Two Goals Against Chile
Leads Brazil into the World Cup final after Pele's injury.
1962 June 17th
World Cup Winner
Garrincha's influential attacking displays carry Brazil through the 1962 World Cup after Pelé suffers an injury, and the side finishes as champion.