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The story of Pelé life, in art - originally posted on Soccerlens.com
A sense of nostalgia sets in when thinking of Pelé, arguably the best footballer of all times,
and the one that gave "Futebol bonito" to Brazil and to the rest of the world. Pelé's memorable
moments include the bicycle kick, winning three world cups for Brazil out of their total of five,
and being one of the best ambassadors football could ever want and need.
by Adam Bate
*A version of this article appeared as an obituary in the February 2011 issue of Calcio
Italia magazine
Some people choose to remember the 1982 World Cup for the famous Brazil team of Zico, Socrates
and Falcao. Their silky skills and attacking football certainly captured the imagination.
The U.S. Under-17s ouclassed, outmaneuvered and out-flaired Brazil on the day, winning the Nike
International Friendles tournament with the 3-1 victory.
The U.S. Under-17 team took on Brazil in Lakewood Ranch, FL, and never looked outclassed in the
slightest, defeating Brazil 3-1. Having drawn 2-2 with France midweek and beaten Turkey 2-1 on
Friday, they won the Nike International Friendlies trophy with three first half goals and an
impressive second-half defense.
Bob Bradley's first game in charge of the Egyptian national team is a little more than a couple
of weeks away, and his opponent, Brazil, named its squad for the friendly that will take place in
Doha, Qatar, on Nov. 14.
While it's not a complete first-team squad because of domestic-based players staying in Brazil
for the final stretch of the Brazilian championship, the Selecao are re-introducing Real Madrid
midfielder Kaka to the mix for the first time since the 2010 World Cup.
Inter Milan join Liverpool and Spurs in chase for Brazilian starlet
Sao Paulo midfielder Lucas is wanted by a host of top European teams after breaking into Brazil
team
View the full story here: Talksport
A news article on 2011-09-07 12:32:21 from: Talksport
This news item has been reproduced from today's media.
In this author's humble opinion, the last truly great Brazil team. The flair and sexiness of
their play was orgasmic. Their haircuts and facial hair, not so much.
I've watched football (soccer) for almost 30 years. My first real exposure to world football was
the 1982 World Cup, the one everyone thought Brazil would win, and I watched with the eyes of an
awestruck 6 year old.
Mercurial former Inter Milan, Flamengo and AS Roma striker Adriano has followed fellow Brazilian
internationals Ronaldinho and Luis Fabiano back to the top flight of soccer in Brazil the
Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. The 29-year old 2006 FIFA World Cup Brazil team member was
officially presented as a Corinthians Paulista player on Thursday following an [.
Liverpool midfielder Lucas admits he has not been surprised by Brazil team-mate David Luiz's smooth
transition to the Premier League.
Defender Luiz, 23, made the switch to Chelsea from Benfica in January and has already proved a big
hit at Stamford Bridge.
He scored a vital goal against Manchester City last weekend and has slotted into the Blues backline
with ease.
