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Sep 20, 1917 Montevideo, Montevideo Department, Uruguay Died on 02 Aug 1996 (aged 78)
Uruguayan footballer
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About Obdulio Varela
- Obdulio Jacinto Muiños Varela (Spanish pronunciation: [oß'ðuljo ßa'?ela]; September 20, 1917 — August 2, 1996) was a Uruguayan football player.
- He was the captain of the Uruguayan national team that won the 1950 World Cup after beating Brazil in the decisive final round match popularly known as the Maracanazo.
- He was nicknamed "El Negro Jefe" (The Black Chief) because of his dark skin and the influence he had on the pitch, especially during the unlikely victory over Brazil.
- He was of African, Spanish and Greek ancestry.
- Commonly regarded as one of the greatest classic holding midfielders, Varela was adept in defence and was renowned for his tenacity and leadership.
- He is regarded as one of the greatest captains in football history.
