Félix Goalkeeping Behind Pelé Attack
Félix protected Brazil's goal as the Pelé-inspired national team won all six of its World Cup matches.
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1970 in Brazil — Page 2
Explore 58 historical events and records for Brazil in 1970.
Historical records for Brazil in 1970
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Goals in Every World Cup Match
Scores in every Brazil match during the 1970 World Cup.
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Appears for Brazil at the 1970 World Cup as a young attacking option in a squad that goes on to win the tournament.
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Links midfield and attack in Brazil's 1970 World Cup campaign, contributing to the combinations that carry the side to the title.
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Leads Brazil's attack in the 1970 World Cup final and scores the opening goal against Italy during his third championship campaign.
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Scores from long range for Brazil against Italy in the 1970 World Cup final and helps dictate play from central midfield.
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Plays a creative role for Brazil during the 1970 World Cup and scores a powerful free kick against Czechoslovakia.
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Captains Brazil at the 1970 World Cup and finishes a sweeping team move with a goal against Italy in the final.
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Scores in each of Brazil's six games at the 1970 World Cup, extending his remarkable international scoring run into the final.
Jairzinho Scores in Every Brazil Match
Jairzinho scored in all six of Brazil's games at the 1970 World Cup, giving Pelé's side a consistent threat from wide positions.
Rivellino Left Footed Playmaker
Rivellino supplied forceful shooting and deft passing behind Pelé as Brazil won the 1970 World Cup.
Seven-Match Scoring Record
Becomes the only player scoring in every match of a winning campaign.
Tostão Link Play Alongside Pelé
Tostão dropped deep and moved defenders out of position, creating space for Pelé and Jairzinho during Brazil's title run.
World Cup
Brazil wins its third World Cup in Mexico in the 1970 FIFA World Cup.
Zagallo Appointed Brazil World Cup Coach
Mário Zagallo took charge of Brazil shortly before the 1970 World Cup and organised an exceptionally talented attacking team.
Zagallo Becomes Player and Coach Champion
Mário Zagallo became the first person to win the World Cup both as a player and as a head coach.
Zagallo Coaches Pelé to Third Title
Zagallo became the first man to win a World Cup as both a player and manager after guiding Pelé's side to success against Italy.
Zagallo Guides Brazil Past Italy in Final
Mário Zagallo coached Brazil to a four one victory over Italy and its third World Cup trophy.
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