"Arthur Friedenreich stood at just 5ft 7in, but was known for his speed, strength and dribbling ability. He starred in Brazil's national team's first ever match in 1914 against Exeter City, but it was held in Brazil."
"The French press were so impressed by him that they called him the King of Football. Paulistano disbanded in 1929, so he and his teammates formed Sao Paulo de Floresta, better known today as the mighty Sao Paulo FC."
"Knowledge legend Dirk Maas nominates Clodoaldo, the hip-swinging midfielder who won the World Cup with Brazil in 1970. Clodoaldo was part of the Santos squad that played against Fulham and Plymouth during a European tour in 1973."
Arthur Friedenreich, known for his speed and dribbling, is highlighted as a top candidate for the greatest footballer never to play in England. He starred in Brazil's first national match in 1914 but only visited Europe once in 1925. Clodoaldo, a World Cup winner in 1970, is also mentioned, although he did not play in England despite being part of a European tour. The analysis focuses on players from the past, particularly from South America, who did not compete in England's competitive matches.
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