The most striking moment of Pelé (David Tryhorn, Ben Nicholas, 2021) is barely in the frame: in the aftermath of the 1970 World Cup Final, as the camera zooms out to capture a mounting pitch invasion, the Italian... Read Article
Like the most of us, Eduardo Galeano had never been a footballer. Well, of course he played fútbol, but he never played it in a professional way. Even if, like every Uruguayan children, he “always wanted to be... Read Article
The crónica is something of an art form in Latin America and a great way for writers to bridge the gap between journalism and spinning a good yarn. Crónicas are based on real events, but allow the writer... Read Article
They are the smallest nation to ever win the World Cup. And they’ve done it twice! They also boast the record for most Copa America wins (15 in total!) If you treat all international tournaments equally they are... Read Article
Keeping your eyes and ears open, it’s clear that London has its fair share of Brazilians and Brazilian parties. However on a September evening something else is in the air. Caipirinhas are replaced by Carlsbergs and any sultry... Read Article
