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#3 Socrates
Before the Ronaldos and Beckhams, Socrates was the definition of 'cool' for football fans. But don't let his iconic beard and philosophical ideas distract you from the fact that he was one of the greatest playmakers Brazil ever produced. The supremely intelligent midfielder possessed strength, technique and a remarkable eye for goal.
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Socrates played 60 games for Brazil, scoring 22 goals in the process. His World Cup debut came in 1982, where he skippered the star-studded side. Socrates opened the scoring for Brazil, scoring a screamer against the Soviet Union. His only other goal of the tournament, which came against Italy, went in vain.
The 1986 FIFA World Cup again saw Socrates score twice, including the famous two-step penalty against Poland. The same trick however backfired in the quarterfinals where Brazil lost to France on penalties. Although Socrates failed to win the title, his style and charisma influenced millions.
