As a result of injuries sustained at the 1995 Rugby World Cup in South Africa, he was paralysed.
Brito came on as a substitute in the opening game against Scotland which the Ivory Coast lost by 89 points to nil, a result which led many to question the inclusion of "minor" teams in the tournament.
He played again in the second game for Les Elephants, who put in a vastly improved performance against France, despite losing 54–18.
The ruck collapsed and several players fell on top of Brito, leaving him prone and motionless on the ground.
[6] After the accident, Brito was given treatment and compensation, which was funded by all sides competing at the 1995 Rugby World Cup.
[4] Nevertheless, in 2007, it was reported that Brito was still largely unable to move, being bedridden most of the time, with only some limited movement in his chest and arms.