About Sergio Echigo
Born 1945. Sergio Echigo is a Brazilian association football player and journalist.
is a Brazilian former footballer and commentator of Japanese descent who played as a midfielder.
He joined the Corinthians in 1963 and played for Towa Real Estate S.C. in the Japan Soccer League between 1972 and 1974.
Playing style A highly technical player, Echigo was renowned for his feints and dribbling skills. He is responsible for inventing the dribbling move known as 'Elastico', or 'flip-flap', a move which Brazilian legend Rivellino acquired from him and perfected while they were teammates at Corinthians in 1964.
Honours Towa Estate Development JSL Cup: 1973
Individual Japan Soccer League Best Eleven: 1973, 1974 Order of the Rising Sun, 5th Class, Gold and Silver Rays: 2017 Japan Football Hall of Fame: Inducted in 2023
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Who is Sergio Echigo?
Japanese-Brazilian footballer
When was Sergio Echigo born?
Sergio Echigo was born on 28 July 1945 in São Paulo.
What is Sergio Echigo's occupation?
Sergio Echigo is an association football player and journalist.
What nationality is Sergio Echigo?
Sergio Echigo is Brazilian.
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