Brazil 4–1 Czechoslovakia
Brazil recovered from conceding first, with goals from Rivellino, Pelé and two from Jairzinho.
Historic squad guide · Champion
Brazil 1970 World Cup Squad
Brazil's 1970 World Cup squad combined several elite creators and finishers without losing balance. The team won all six matches in Mexico, scored freely against different styles of opposition and completed the campaign with a 4–1 final victory over Italy.
Tournament resultChampion
FinalBrazil 4–1 Italy
Tournament record6 wins from 6
Goals scored19
CaptainCarlos Alberto
Top Brazil scorerJairzinho · 7
Head coachMário Zagallo
Archive rating80
How the Brazil 1970 team played
The side is often described through its attacking names, but its structure made those players compatible. Clodoaldo protected the central spaces, Gérson controlled rhythm from deeper positions, Tostão moved defenders away from the middle, and the full-backs provided width. Pelé connected midfield and attack while Jairzinho repeatedly attacked the space beyond the defence.
Key players
Pelé was the creative reference, Jairzinho supplied seven tournament goals, Gérson dictated possession, Rivellino added left-footed invention and captain Carlos Alberto drove forward from right-back. Tostão's movement and Clodoaldo's positional discipline helped the more celebrated attackers operate together.
Legacy of the squad
The squad became Brazil's third world champion and secured permanent possession of the Jules Rimet Trophy. Its final goal, finished by Carlos Alberto after a long passing move, remains one of the tournament's most recognisable team sequences and captures why this generation is still used as a benchmark for international football.
Every match from the tournament run
Brazil 1970 World Cup results
Brazil 1–0 England
Jairzinho scored the only goal after a move involving Tostão and Pelé in one of the tournament's strongest group matches.
Brazil 3–2 Romania
Pelé scored twice and Jairzinho once as Brazil completed the group with three victories.
Brazil 4–2 Peru
Rivellino, Tostão twice and Jairzinho scored in an open attacking quarterfinal.
Brazil 3–1 Uruguay
Clodoaldo equalized before Jairzinho and Rivellino secured Brazil's place in the final.
Brazil 4–1 Italy
Pelé, Gérson, Jairzinho and Carlos Alberto scored as Brazil won a third title and claimed the Jules Rimet Trophy permanently.
Verified lineup from the final
Brazil 1970 World Cup final starting XI
Brazil's starting XI in the 1970 final placed Félix in goal; captain Carlos Alberto, Brito, Piazza and Everaldo across the back line; Clodoaldo and Gérson in the central structure; and Jairzinho, Pelé, Tostão and Rivellino across an interchangeable attack. The shape is often written as 4-2-4, but possession phases were far more fluid than a fixed formation label suggests.
- 1Félix
- 2Carlos Alberto
- 3Brito
- 4Piazza
- 5Everaldo
- 6Clodoaldo
- 7Gérson
- 8Jairzinho
- 9Pelé
- 10Tostão
- 11Rivellino
Roles behind the tournament run
Key Brazil 1970 player contributions
Pelé
Scored four goals, linked midfield with attack and assisted Carlos Alberto for the final goal against Italy.
Jairzinho
Scored in all six matches and finished with seven goals, repeatedly attacking space beyond the opposition defence.
Gérson
Controlled rhythm, switched play and scored Brazil's second goal in the final before creating the third with a long free kick.
Tostão
Moved away from the penalty area to create space for Pelé and Jairzinho while scoring twice against Peru.
Rivellino
Added long-range shooting and left-footed delivery, scoring against Czechoslovakia, Peru and Uruguay.
Carlos Alberto
Provided width, leadership and the final goal of the tournament after Brazil's extended passing sequence against Italy.
Suggested XI generated from archive order
7a0 suggested Brazil 1970 lineup
This playable selection is separate from the verified historical final starting XI shown above.
22 players
Complete Brazil 1970 squad by position
Goalkeepers
- #1FélixGK76
- #12AdoGK68
- #22LeãoGK78
Defenders
- #2BritoCB80
- #3PiazzaCB / DM82
- #4Carlos AlbertoRB / RM90
- #6Marco AntônioLB / LM76
- #14BaldocchiCB68
- #15FontanaCB69
- #16EveraldoLB / LM77
- #17Joel CamargoCB70
- #21Zé MariaRB / RM72
Midfielders
- #5ClodoaldoDM86
- #8GérsonCM / LM / AM92
- #10PeléAM / ST / RW99
- #11RivellinoLM / AM / LW92
- #18CajuLM / LW / AM76
Forwards
- #7JairzinhoRW / ST95
- #9TostãoST / LW87
- #13Roberto MirandaST / RW72
- #19EduLW / ST75
- #20DarioST72
Legend markers in 7a0
Featured legends
Carlos AlbertoJairzinhoPeléRivellino
Brazil 1970 FAQ
Who started for Brazil in the 1970 World Cup final?
Brazil's starting XI in the 1970 final was Félix; Carlos Alberto, Brito, Piazza, and Everaldo; Clodoaldo and Gérson; Jairzinho, Pelé, Tostão, and Rivellino. This iconic lineup operated in a fluid 4-2-4 shape that defeated Italy 4–1 at the Estadio Azteca.
Did Brazil win every match at the 1970 World Cup?
Yes, Brazil won all six matches at the 1970 World Cup, scoring 19 goals and conceding only seven. They defeated Czechoslovakia, England, Romania, Peru, Uruguay, and Italy en route to the Jules Rimet Trophy.
How many goals did Jairzinho and Pelé score in 1970?
Jairzinho scored seven goals across all six matches, while Pelé scored four goals and provided six assists. Jairzinho remains the only player in World Cup history to score in every single match of a title-winning tournament run.
Who captained and coached Brazil in 1970?
Carlos Alberto Torres captained Brazil, and Mário Zagallo served as head coach. Zagallo made history as the first person to win the World Cup as both a player (1958, 1962) and a manager.
What was the tactical formation of the 1970 Brazil team?
Brazil utilized a fluid 4-2-4 formation that transitioned into an asymmetrical 4-3-3 in possession. Gérson orchestrated play from deep midfield, Clodoaldo shielded the center, while Rivellino drifted inward from the left and Carlos Alberto attacked from right-back.
What is the significance of Carlos Alberto's goal in the final?
Carlos Alberto's 86th-minute goal against Italy is celebrated as one of the greatest team goals in World Cup history. The sequence involved nine uninterrupted passes across eight Brazilian players before Pelé rolled an inch-perfect assist for the captain's finish.
Which tournament game was Brazil's toughest in 1970?
Brazil's group stage clash against defending champions England was their closest test, ending in a tense 1–0 victory courtesy of Jairzinho's goal. The match is equally remembered for Gordon Banks' miraculous diving save against Pelé's header.
What trophy did Brazil receive for winning in 1970?
Brazil earned permanent possession of the original Jules Rimet Trophy after becoming the first nation to win three World Cup titles (1958, 1962, 1970). FIFA subsequently commissioned the current FIFA World Cup Trophy for the 1974 tournament.
What positions can Pelé play in 7a0?
In the 7a0 game archive, Pelé is eligible as both an attacking midfielder (AM) and a striker (ST). Drafting him unlocks maximum attacking chemistry and force ratings in custom World Cup dream team lineups.
How can I use the Brazil 1970 squad in 7a0?
Select the 1970 World Cup edition or Brazil national team from the 7a0 draft menu to recruit players from this squad. You can pair 1970 stars with champions from other eras and simulate the complete 7-match knockout tournament.
Sources and editorial review
Editorial review: 7a0.online
Last reviewed: 2026-07-26
Historical results and lineups are checked against the cited records. Player ratings, position eligibility and suggested lineups are independent 7a0 editorial values.