World Cup 2018: The Greatest World Cup XI of all time

Left Back: Nilton Santos (Brazil)

Nilton Santos is one of the greatest left-backs of all time. He won 2 World Cups with the Brazilian National team in 1958 and 1962. He had also played in the 1954 World Cup.

Santos played in 15 matches across 3 World Cups. He also scored a vital goal against France in the 1958 World Cup. Santos was also one of the most influential players of the great Brazil team of the late 1950s and early 1960s. He was splendid going forward and reliable in defence. He could dribble exceptionally well for a defender. He was rightly known as the “Encyclopaedia of football” because of his grasp on the game.

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Subhadeep, an adept tennis journalist at Sportskeeda, has been writing about the sport for seven years. He is known for his exclusive match reviews and opinion pieces, utilizing his MBA degree to tackle them effectively with his problem-solving abilities.

Subhadeep lives and breathes tennis. He watches matches regularly and engages in social media platforms to stay on top of the latest happenings. As a writer, he brings the fan's perspective to his pieces, ensuring his readers enjoy an exceptional experience every time.

Growing up, he idolized Boris Becker, but he now firmly believes Novak Djokovic stands alone as the 'Greatest of all Time', especially considering the 24-time Grand Slam champion's incredible stats. One thing that still puzzles Subhadeep, however, is how Becker's Wimbledon tally might have reached five if not for Pete Sampras.

Speaking of the All England Club, the British Major holds a special place in his heart as he admires its blend of tradition and grass-court excellence. When not working for Sportskeeda, Subhadeep delves into the other "love of his life": football, and enjoys contributing his insights to different websites dedicated to the sport.

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Edited by Amar Anand