Mengálvio, key midfielder of Santos' Dream Attack, remembered

Mengálvio Figueiró, born on October 17, 1938, in Laguna, was a prominent midfielder for Santos FC, part of the legendary 'Dream Attack' alongside stars like Pelé and Coutinho. He debuted for Santos in a 2–2 draw against Portuguesa de Desportos on April 19, 1960. Known for his tactical intelligence and subtle elegance, he contributed to a team that averaged 3.23 goals per game during his tenure. Mengálvio was also a member of Brazil's 1962 World Cup-winning squad. His career at Santos is marked by over 97 official matches and significant achievements in both national and international competitions.

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