Sócrates Brasileiro Sampaio de Souza Vieira de Oliveira simply known as Sócrates, was a Brazilian footballer who played as an attacking midfielder. His bachelors degree in medicine and his political awareness earned him the nickname "Doctor Socrates". Easily recognizable for his beard and headband, Sócrates became the "symbol of cool for a whole generation of football supporters". He was considered to be one of the greatest midfielders ever to play the game. Sócrates played for Brazil for seven years, scoring 22 goals and representing the nation in two World Cups, he was a key member of the Brazilian national team of the early to mid-1980s. He captained the team in the 1982 FIFA World Cup; playing in midfield alongside Zico, Falcão and Éder, considered one of the greatest Brazilian national teams ever. Sócrates was a technical playmaker, known for great through passes and his vision on the field, as well as his physical strength. He was also a two-footed player and a prolific goal scorer. Here it comes in a six minutes video all his 22 goals for Brazil between 1979 and 1986. Both at 1982 World Cup against USSR and Italy are marvelous :
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