Armando Marques

Armando Marques was a Brazilian football referee renowned for his controversial decisions during matches. He gained notoriety for officiating some of the most significant games in Brazilian football history, including crucial championship finals. His most notable moment came during the 1973 Campeonato Paulista, where he controversially awarded the title to Santos after a penalty shootout against Portuguesa, a decision that led to debates about referee accountability in football.