Santos FC 1960: Santos FC team training in Santos, Brazil 1960 with the players Pele, Zito, Pagão, Formiga, Hélvio, Jair da Rosa Pinto, Urubatão, Tite, Gilmar and Pepe. Film length 10:20. A licence fee of 21 times 30 seconds is charged to acquire a licence for the complete film.
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The 1960 Santos FC team is considered one of the greatest club teams in the history of football. During this time, Santos developed into a dominant force in Brazilian and international football. The team became famous above all for signing the legendary Pelé, who played a decisive role in its success during this period.
Key players:
Pelé: Regarded as the greatest footballer of all time, Pelé joined Santos at the age of 15 and quickly became the team’s star player.
Coutinho: A talented striker, Coutinho formed a formidable partnership with Pelé and made Santos’ attack one of the most feared in world football.
Pepe: Known for his strong left foot, Pepe was a prolific winger who scored numerous goals for Santos.
Zito: Known for his leadership in midfield, Zito was often described as the ‘backbone’ of the team.
Gilmar: The goalkeeper, who provided a solid foundation in defence, was also an important player in the Brazilian national team.
Successes in 1960:
Campeonato Paulista: Santos won the championship of the state of São Paulo, a very prestigious competition in Brazilian football.
Taça Brasil: This was the forerunner of the modern Brazilian championship. Santos did not win that year, but their participation laid the foundation for the team’s dominance in the following years.
Style of play:
Santos FC was known in 1960 for its attacking style of play, characterised by fluid passing, incredible dribbling skills and a high goal-scoring ratio. The team’s ability to play with flair and creativity made them a joy to watch and a formidable opponent for any team.
The 1960 Santos team laid the foundations for their incredible success in the early 1960s, when they won several state championships, national titles and international honours, including the Copa Libertadores and the Intercontinental Cup. This period helped cement Santos FC’s place in football history, largely thanks to the performances of Pelé and his team-mates.
This team not only dominated Brazilian football, but also left an indelible mark on the world stage, displaying the talent and flair for which Brazilian football would become famous.
