What nickname means "Bent-Legged Angel"?
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Answer
"Anjo de Pernas Tortas" translates to "Bent-Legged Angel" and it refers to Mané Garrincha, a beloved Brazilian soccer player known for his exceptional talent and skill. The nickname encapsulates his unique style of play, marked by his agility and ability to move effortlessly around defenders with the precision and grace of an angel, despite a congenital deformity that resulted in slightly bent legs.
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