Was Socrates a leader on the pitch?

May 20, 2009 ... Socrates, by which name we knew the Brazil football captain Socrates Brasileiro Sampaio de Souza Vieira de Oliveira, was a force of nature – and nicotine. Dec 4, 2011 ... Brazil legend Socrates dies at 57. Rated as one of the greatest midfielders of all-time, Socrates has died after an intestinal infection in Sao ... Dec 5, 2011 ... The visionary midfielder who served as captain and orchestrator of the last Brazilian team to embody their country's “joga bonito” (“beautiful game”) ... Jun 22, 2018 ... Glory before victory. Socrates transferred his politically aware approach to the game from club to international football when playing for ... Jan 30, 2012 ... It's been my privilege to be introduced to some of the greatest stars Brazilian football ever produced, Pele, Rivelino, Jairzinho, Gerson, ... Dec 5, 2011 ... Brazilian Football Legend Socrates Dies, Aged 57 ... Former Brazil captain Socrates, who played in the great 1982 Brazilian side which was widely- ... Explore Authentic Socrates Brazil Stock Photos & Images For Your Project Or Campaign. Less Searching, More Finding With Getty Images. Jan 25, 2019 ... The 1982 World Cup in Spain was coming and Brazil was the favorite. In that Brazilian National Team there was a lot of talent that is not found ... Dec 24, 2018 ... ... to other great Brazilian football players? All related (34). Recommended. Profile photo for Assistant. Assistant. Bot. ·. 8mo. Sócrates ➤ former footballer from Brazil ➤ Attacking Midfield ➤ * Feb 19, 1954 in Belém, Brazil.