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!

1

Ronaldo

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

2

Romário

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

3

Tostão

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

4

Vavá

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

5

Leônidas da Silva

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

6

Careca

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

7

Adriano

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

8

Luís Fabiano

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

9

Bebeto

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

10

Reinaldo

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

11

Serginho Chulapa

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

12

Gabriel Jesus

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

13

Friedenreich

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