The ability of manager Mario Zagallo—who won the 1970 World Cup with Brazil—to field a star-studded squad without clashes of ego was regarded as a major managerial achievement. Many football commentators noted that he combined attacking football with discipline and created one of the most impressive national teams in history. The players, led by the team's star Pelé, emphasized that Zagallo granted them freedom while simultaneously maintaining tactical balance 🇧🇷