Fate Was Not Kind To These Soccer Greats: A Brazilian Revolutionary, Binge Drinking and the “Bomber of the Nation.”

Tragic Tales of Soccer Heroes - Part 1

Achieving international fame in football often sets one up for a life of success and contentment. Representing one’s country or participating in a World Cup is typically seen as a stepping stone to a worry-free existence.

However, this isn't always the case. Sometimes, the lives of former football legends take a turn for the worse. These icons have faced…