Garrincha

Manuel Francisco dos Santos was born 28 October 1933, a right winger who'd become known as Garrincha and later Alegria do Povo — the People's Joy. He spent most of his career at Botafogo, but the world saw him in 1958 and 1962, when he helped Brazil win back-to-back World Cups. The second time was his alone: Pelé went down early and Garrincha dominated from the wing, finishing as top scorer and player of the tournament. Brazilians called him Anjo de Pernas Tortas, the Bent-Legged Angel, and credited him with bringing the bullfighting olé chant to football. He came seventh in FIFA's Player of t…