The Eighth King of Rome — Brazilian midfielder who became Roma's greatest player and was considered the world's finest midfielder in the early 1980s.
Paulo Roberto Falcão was nicknamed "The Eighth King of Rome" by Roma fans — a title that tells you everything about his status at the club. In four seasons at Roma he won the Serie A title and became one of the most loved players in the city's history. He played alongside Zico and Sócrates in the famous 1982 Brazil side — arguably the most talented midfield in World Cup history.
He is the only Brazilian footballer in history to have a Roman Emperor's nickname — "The Eighth King of Rome."
Did You Know?Career Honours
- Serie A 1983 (Roma)
- Copa América
- 34 Brazil caps