Is Mário Zagallo A-List?
No — Mário Zagallo is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1962
Second World Cup Title
Lost A-list status in 1998
Dropped to B tier — Managed Runner-Up Team
Ranking Timeline
First World Cup Victory
Zagallo played a key role in Brazil's first World Cup win. This established him as a national hero.
Second World Cup Title
Zagallo won his second World Cup as a player. Further cemented his status as a legend.
World Cup as Manager
Zagallo managed Brazil to victory in the 1970 World Cup. Elevated him to iconic status.
Assistant Coach, World Cup Win
Served as assistant coach when Brazil won the World Cup again. Continued to contribute.
Managed Runner-Up Team
Managed Brazil to the final of the 1998 World Cup. Enhanced his reputation.
Assistant Coach Role
Assisted Carlos Alberto Parreira in the 2006 World Cup. Remained influential.
Football Legacy Honored
Zagallo's death in 2024 cemented his legendary status. Remembered as an icon and tactical innovator. His legacy lives on.
Last updated: February 24, 2026