# Overlooked No More: Garrincha, Brazil’s Brilliant and Broken World Cup Hero

- Published: 2026-07-10T09:00:46Z
- Updated: 2026-07-11T08:16:07Z
- Section: World
- Language: English (en)
- Source: The New York Times — https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/10/obituaries/garrincha-overlooked.html
- Tags: The New York Times · Americas
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He helped lead Brazil to two championships alongside Pelé, but his on-field brilliance was eclipsed by a tragic personal life.

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