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Ronaldo, Pele, Neymar and top 20 Brazilian footballers in history

Few nations, if any, can match Brazil's storied past as a footballing nation. But who is the greatest player to ever represent the Selecao? Goal ranks the top 20 to have ever worn the famous yellow jersey...

(The players on this list have been judged on a variety of factors. Success at club and international level, longevity, big-game performances, legacy and overall ability have been all taken into account, as has each star's standing in the history of Brazilian football.)

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