Beyond samba and soccer: Riots in Brazil
Only 22 years old, the footballer known simply as “Neymar” is far more than the “face of Brazilian soccer“. Since donning the iconic, canary yellow and blue kit for the first time, Neymar has sidestepped defenders as if dancing the samba, and raced up and down the pitch with the cavalier and carnival spirit definitive […]
Brasil: Not Only Known for the Beautiful Game
Of course Brazil is known for its Jogo Bonito (Beautiful Game). However, it’s also one of the most beautiful places, with rich culture. From the beautiful day and night views of Arpoador Beach and Iguaza Falls to the northern city of Olinda, which is known as the Historical and Cultural Patrimony of Humanity, and then […]
Dream Town: Trailer
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Black in Brazil
Great film, a little long but worth the education… Like UrbanStreetSoccer on Facebook. Follow UrbanStreetSoccer on Twitter @UrbanStSoccer
R2B: “Reverse Graffiti”
Street Art Intervention: Alexandre Orion’s “Ossário” in São Paulo, Brazil
The Muslim Premier League (BBC1)
Twenty years ago there were no Muslims in the Premier League. Now there are nearly forty – enough for three football teams. To mark the End of Ramadan this program, narrated by Colin Murray, speaks to star players and top managers to find out what impact Muslims are having on the English game. Like UrbanStreetSoccer on Facebook. […]
African and Muslim
Assimilation is one of the most discussed topics in global football as players make foreign leagues their homes. The fate of African players was thrown into the spotlight this week when Senegal’s Papiss Cisse showed how differences can sometimes cause difficulties.
The Balotelli Factor
Time named Mario Balotelli one of the 100 most influential people in the world, from artists, leaders to pioneers, titans and icons. Does the US need its own Super Mario or could he help make this game more popular in the US? Source: Time Magazine Like UrbanStreetSoccer on Facebook. Follow UrbanStreetSoccer on Twitter @UrbanStSoccer
R2B: Brazil plans for cultural immersion at the 2014 FIFA World Cup
Photo credit: flickr.com/photos/40883475@N00/ Brazil kicked off its dress rehearsal to the World Cup with the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup. To the non-soccer fan, the relationship between Brazil and the world’s most popular sport could seem confusing, particularly given the current controversy surrounding Brazil’s preparation for hosting the World Cup. Despite this, Brazil has a long-standing […]
World Cup vs. The People
We are in a time where information is abundant and accessible. We are not limited to an either/or existence. Not only do we have more, but we are expected to do more. Be more. Embrace more. This access to information is what makes this time in history special. The responsibility of these privileges have been […]