Arthur Antunes (Zico)

Renowned for his exceptional technical skills and prolific goal-scoring, Zico led Flamengo to a period of unprecedented success from 1971 to 1983. During this prime, he captained the team to victory in the prestigious 1981 Copa Libertadores and the 1981 Intercontinental Cup. He also secured four national titles, including the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A in 1980, 1982, and 1983, alongside seven Campeonato Carioca titles. Zico’s impact extended to the Brazil national team, where he scored 48 goals in 71 official appearances, making him the country’s fifth-highest goal scorer, and represented Brazil in the 1978, 1982, and 1986 FIFA World Cups.

His illustrious career has been recognized with numerous accolades, including being named to the FIFA 100 List in 2004, receiving the Golden Foot Legends Award in 2006, and induction into both the Brazilian Football Museum Hall of Fame in 2010 and the Japan Football Hall of Fame in 2016.