-Lively and fascinating. Nadel shows beautifully how soccer and politics have long been deeply intertwined, serving both to further state agendas and open up space for protest and contestation.---Laurent Dubois, author of Soccer Empire -In much of Latin America, soccer is more than a game. It is linked to each nation's identity in similar yet unique ways. Nadel offers a comprehensive look at this process.---Joseph L. Arbena, coeditor of Sport in Latin America and the Caribbean -Thoughtful and engaging. Examining the history of the game, its powerful myths, and its engrossing...