A Scandal in FIFA History: How Was Garrincha's Ban Lifted in 1962?

Mane Garrincha, one of the legendary figures of Brazilian football, is a name that has gone down in football history due to the events that occurred…

In the semi-final match, he was sent off as a result of a foul on his opponent and was banned from playing in the final match. However, the political and sporting authorities of the time engaged in intense…