It’s a sad day for the sports world. Mario Zagallo is considered one of the most successful coaches in world football. However, the Brazilian had not spent much of his career just on the sidelines. He himself had been able to demonstrate his skills on the field for years – with success. The ex-kicker had won an impressive four world championships. Recently, however, he has increasingly drawn attention to himself with health problems. Now sad news is making the rounds: Mário has died at the age of 92.
According to several media reports, the athlete took his last breaths shortly before midnight yesterday. The reason given for his death was multi-organ failure. “It is with great regret that we announce the death of our all-time world champion Mario Jorge Lobo Zagallo,” said a statement shared on his private Instagram profile. The football legend’s surviving relatives continue to write in the statement: “A devoted father, loving grandfather, caring father-in-law, loyal friend, victorious professional and a great person. A great idol.”
The Botafaogo FR football club, for which Mário once played, also expressed its condolences online for the death of the 92-year-old. “It is with great regret and deep sadness that we have received the news of the passing of Mário Jorge Lobo Zagallo, our Zagallo,” said an emotional statement on X.
