Farewell to Garrincha

Manuel Francisco dos Santos, the Garrincha, also known as the joy of the people. He started playing football for his factory, was soon hired by Botafogo and defended the Brazilian team countless times. He was famous because of his "pies" legs that have disconcerted the best players in the world. He had the opportunity to win with the CANARINHA the World Cup of 1958 and 1962 and was also for her where he said goodbye to the lawns. The departure that was known as "Game of Gratitude", aimed to raise money for the improvement of the financial situation of Garrincha. The match told the assistance of more than 150 thousand spectators and with the special participation of Pelé. The game occurred on December 19, 1973 and was against a combined athletes from abroad. Brazil won the match by 2 to 1. The Canarinho team having in Pele and Garrincha field has never been defeated.