Tostão, Date of Birth, Place of Birth

Tostão

Brazilian footballer

Date of Birth: 25-Jan-1947

Place of Birth: Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil

Profession: physician, association football player, journalist

Nationality: Brazil

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Eduardo Gonçalves de Andrade (born 25 January 1947), generally known as Tostão, is a retired Brazilian footballer who played as a forward or attacking midfielder.
He is a medical doctor. Tostão was a diminutive forward, who, due to his small stature, was not particularly skilled in the air; in spite of his lack of pace, strong physical attributes, or long-range shooting abilities, however, he was an intelligent and hard-working footballer, who stood out throughout his career due to his anticipation and timing in the penalty area.
A predominantly left-footed player, in his prime, he was considered one of the best players in the world, and was known for his technique and dribbling skills, while also contributing with many assists thanks to his vision, passing and playmaking abilities.
He played most of his 11-year career with Cruzeiro. Tostão represented Brazil in two World Cups, winning the tournament in 1970.
He formed a lethal offensive partnership with Pelé in the national team.