Was Santos FC in the 1960s the greatest club side the world has ever seen?

In this episode of By Far The Greatest Team, Graham Dunn and Jamie Rooney explore the golden era of Santos FC, diving deep into the brilliance of Pelé, the genius of coach Lula, and the revolutionary impact the club had on world football between 1960 and 1966.

Together, they discuss:

• The tactical brilliance of Santos and the importance of the Paulista Championship

• The club’s dominance in Copa Libertadores and Intercontinental Cup

• How Santos pioneered global football commercialisation and international touring

• The role of key supporting players who helped elevate Pelé’s genius

• The cultural and political significance of Brazilian football during this period

• Santos’ decline after Pelé’s exit — and the legacy they left behind

From local legends to global superstars, this conversation celebrates a team that changed football forever — on and off the pitch. But how great were they truly?

🎧 Listen now to hear where we rank Santos in football history.

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