Athletes who died on January 20

Take a focused look at the athletes who passed away on January 20. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

  • Manuel Garrincha
    1983 Manuel Garrincha

    Manuel Garrincha was a legendary Brazilian footballer, widely considered one of the greatest dribblers in soccer history.

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