Ajourney through the Wild West of Brazilian soccer In "Jogo Bonito," or "the beautiful game,"readers meet an eclectic cast of characters, such as Mario Zagallo, the four-time World Cup winner; the long, lost son of Garrincha; Brazil's best-loved bad boy player turned politician, Romario; and many more. They take a trip to an away game with the country's most violent hooligans, visit the home of the world's largest amateursoccer tournament, and enjoy a boozy dinner with South America's most famous commentator he of "goooooooool" fame. Jogo Bonito is a history, a travelogue, and a gonzo-style...
Ajourney through the Wild West of Brazilian soccer In "Jogo Bonito," or "the beautiful game,"readers meet an eclectic cast of characters, such as Mari...