Wilson da Silva Piazza, surnamed Piazza, (born 25 February 1943 in Ribeirão das Neves), is a former Brazilian footballer. He played as defensive midfielder and centre-back, in particular with Cruzeiro E.C. and the Brazilian national team.
He was a member of the Brazilian team that won the 1970 World Cup.
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