Brazil's 1982 World Cup captain Socrates, the 'Golden Heel' renowned as one of the great playmakers of his generation, died in hospital on Sunday of septic shock at the age of 57.
He had been in a critical condition with an intestinal infection since being admitted to intensive care on Friday at a hospital in Sao Paulo.
Socrates, who was widely regarded as one of the greatest ever midfielders, was moved onto a life support machine on Saturday.
He played in two World Cups, won 60 caps for his country between 1979 and 1986 and scored 22 goals.
SOCRATES FACTFILE
- Born on 19 February 1954 in Belem do Para, Brazil
- Rated as one of the greatest midfielders of all-time
- At 6ft 4in tall he was known for his physical strength, as well as two-footed vision and skill
- Played for Botafogo and Corinthians in Brazil before a one-season spell at Fiorentina
- Saw out his career with Flamengo and Santos before retiring in 1989 aged 35
- In 2004 aged 50, Socrates made an appearance as sub for Garforth Town in the Northern Counties League after a one-off deal to become player-coach
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