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1972 in Brazil

Explore 2 historical events and records for Brazil in 1972.

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Historical records for Brazil in 1972

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February

February 1972

Friendly against Santos

do Nascimento, Edson Arantes · Villa Park · Forward for Santos · Sport / Football

Pele plays at Villa Park as Aston Villa defeats Santos in a prestigious friendly.

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1972

Santos International Exhibition Tour

Pelé, Edson Arantes do Nascimento · Europe · Forward · Sport / Football

Pelé continued touring with Santos, bringing the team's attacking football to international audiences through high-profile friendlies.

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