one of the few football players in history to captain his team to fifa world cup glory, carlos alberto torres was a footballing phenomenon, and is widely regarded as one of the greatest defenders in the history of the sport.

born in rio de janeiro, in 1944, torres's footballing skills were noticed from an early age, as he went on to become one of the first players in his position to venture forward and support the attack.

spending most of his career in brazil, before playing in the usa, the epitome of his career came in 1970, when carlos alberto led the brazilian national to world cup triumph, whilst scoring in the final a goal which is considered by some as the best goal ever scored at the world cup.

carlos alberto was included in the world team of the 20th century, firmly placing him in footballing folklore.