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Igor Netto
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<p>Igor Aleksandrovich Netto was a Russian <a href="/facts/Association_football/yttjeD0D">footballer</a>, considered one of the country's greatest players ever. He started out playing on the left of defense but, due to his offensive mentality, dribbling and technical abilities turned into a dynamic central midfielder. His versatility and footballing intelligence allowed him to play a number of positions across defense and midfield. </p>