Two-time world champion Mario Zagallo dies
Former footballer and head coach of the Brazilian national football team Mario Zagallo has died at the age of 92. This was reported on his Instagram account (the social network is prohibited in the Russian Federation; belongs to the Meta corporation, which is recognized as extremist in Russia and is banned).
The causes of death of the ex-player have not been specified. “A devoted father, a loving grandfather, a caring father-in-law, a loyal friend, a winning professional and a great man,” the statement said.
Zagallo is the only athlete in history to become world champion four times. He won the title twice as a player (1958, 1962) and once more as head coach (1970) and assistant coach (1994).
During his football career, Zagallo played for the Brazilian clubs America, Flamengo and Botafogo. He played 36 matches for the Brazilian national team, scoring five goals.
Source: Lenta
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