Enzo Francescoli
Awards & Honours
7
Awards Won
3
Honours
3
Rankings
3
Covers
2
Records
Enzo Francescoli stands as a towering figure in South American football, celebrated for his unique blend of elegance and tactical intelligence. Being the only Uruguayan selected by Pelé for the FIFA 100 list places him in an elite tier of global football history. His three Copa América titles with Uruguay and pivotal role in River Plate's 1986 Copa Libertadores victory highlight his dominance on the international stage. The IFFHS ranking him as the sixth-greatest Uruguayan player further cements his legacy as a true icon of the sport.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
FIFA 100 Member
Selected by Pelé as one of the 125 greatest living footballers
River Plate Hall of Fame
Inducted for outstanding contributions to the club
Uruguayan Football Association Hall of Fame
Recognized for exceptional service to Uruguayan football
Rankings & Lists
Greatest South American Players
100 Greatest Footballers of All Time
Greatest South American Player of the 20th Century
Magazine Covers
Don Balón
1988-05-15
The Prince of Football
El Gráfico
1986-12-20
River Plate's Golden Star
France Football
1994-06-10
South American Magic in Paris
Records & Feats
Most Capped Outfield Player for Uruguay
Held the record for most caps by an outfield player for Uruguay until surpassed in 2005
Youngest Captain of Uruguay
Became the youngest captain in Uruguay's history at the time