Who is the best number 9 in Brazil national team history?

Goalscorers who turned Brazil's number nine into a global brand, from samba legends to modern penalty-box predators. Who's the deadliest? Cast your vote!

Ronaldo

Two-time World Cup winner and three-time FIFA Player of the Year, Brazil's quintessential #9 striker.

1/13

Romário

1994 World Cup winner and Ballon d'Or recipient famed for his lethal poaching in the box.

2/13

Tostão

Clinical striker of the legendary 1970 World Cup-winning side and Bola de Ouro winner.

3/13

Vavá

Two-time World Cup winner in 1958 and 1962 who scored in both finals.

4/13

Leônidas da Silva

The 'Black Diamond' who popularized the bicycle kick and top-scored at the 1938 World Cup.

5/13

Careca

Prolific Napoli and Brazil striker who partnered Maradona and starred at the 1986 and 1990 World Cups.

6/13

Adriano

Powerful 'Imperador' striker who terrorized defences for Inter Milan and Brazil in the mid-2000s.

7/13

Luís Fabiano

Sevilla goalscorer who led Brazil's line at the 2010 World Cup.

8/13

Bebeto

1994 World Cup winner remembered for his iconic baby-rocking celebration.

9/13

Reinaldo

Atlético Mineiro legend whose 1977-78 scoring run made him one of Brazil's most lethal forwards.

10/13

Serginho Chulapa

Center-forward of Brazil's beloved 1982 World Cup team and São Paulo icon.

11/13

Gabriel Jesus

Modern Brazil forward and Premier League title winner with Manchester City and Arsenal.

12/13

Friedenreich

Early 20th-century pioneer often cited as Brazil's first great goalscorer.

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