Leslie George Santos

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Leslie George Santos, nicknamed Dousi (道士, Taoist priest) by his teammates and fans as the transliteration of his surname (Santos is 山度士("San-dou-si")), born July 20, 1967, was one of the best attacking midfield players in Hong Kong soccer history. He is of Portuguese and British heritage.

During his peak (1983-1997), Santos played for South China Athletic Association. He was twice awarded Footballer of the year and he rounded off his career with Sun Hei, which he also coached.

He is now a columnist for the Oriental Daily newspaper and runs his own soccer academy named after himself.


Preceded by:
Chan Fak Chi
Hong Kong Footballer of the Year
1989-90
Succeeded by:
Leslie George Santos
Preceded by:
Leslie George Santos
Hong Kong Footballer of the Year
1990-91
Succeeded by:
Chan Ping On


Preceded by:
Lee Kin Wo
Lee Fuk Wing
Hong Kong First Division League Best Young Player
(with Chiu Chung Man)

1987-88
Succeeded by:
Chiu Chung Man
Choi Chi Ping


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