Futebol

About “Futebol”

Futebol by Alex Bellos is a narrative exploration of football's deep cultural significance in Brazil, examining how the sport reflects and shapes the nation's identity, contradictions, and diverse regional expressions. The book covers the histories of prominent players, teams, and matches, as well as unusual football variations such as Autoball, Ecoball, Button football, and Footbull, across Brazil's varied landscapes.