Play the Brazilian Way: The Secret Skills of the World's Greatest Footballers [Paperback]

Simon Clifford (Author)

Book Description

An explanation of the training methods through which Brazilian footballers develop their renowned skill and athleticism. The book includes a guide to Brazil's version of the five-a-side game, played with a special ball, which the author has introduced to young English players via regional schools.

Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Boxtree (May 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0752213474
• ISBN-13: 978-0752213477
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 7.3 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,699,393 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lavish, Pure, and Just Plain Amazing!, April 3, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Play the Brazilian Way: The Secret Skills of the World's Greatest Footballers (Paperback)

If you've witnessed the skill and pure creativity of Brazilian soccer, you're bound to be amazed when you open a copy of this book. As I stood in the stores, pondering my decision for my next "skills and drills" book, I happened to stumble upon a copy of "Play The Brazilian Way", the last one on the shelf. Out of curiosity, I opened the book, and the next thing I knew, I spent over an hour gazing at the amazing techniques taught in this book. From one-on-ones to skilled passing and fluidity, this book has it all. In full color, and displayed in a finely-illustrated step-by-step format, this book is a joy to read. Coaches and players alike will benifit from the drills and skills taught in this book, playing according to the legendary Brazilian method of soccer.

For those of you who are content-conscious, there's nothing to worry about. Each page is filled to the brim with useful tips and information, plus profiles and advice(not to mention deadly one-on-one moves) from some of the greatest Brazilian players of all time(Pele, Garrincha, Rivelino,Tastao, etc.) You'll never stop learning! The author encourages readers to attempt techniques and the moves taught in the book on their own, thus makes this book truly practical and not just a waste of money.

In conclusion, this book stands out from other books of it's category. Get this book!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Do the Samba, April 7, 2001

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"shredbaron" (Vancouver, Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Play the Brazilian Way: The Secret Skills of the World's Greatest Footballers (Paperback)

This is a five star book that is especially useful for 8-15 year old players. If you know any aspiring Ronaldo's, this would be an excellent choice. It looks great and has lots to offer in 96 pages.

Features include: A useful skills/drills section; an informative Brazilian soccer history lesson; and best of all, a ' moves to beat your opponent' section, that profiles a number of famous Brazilian soccer stars, and gives a signature move for each player, including the big three: Pele, Romario and Ronaldo. By the way, these one-on-one moves are helpful for adult players too.

One of the problems facing young soccer players in North America is they play soccer, but don't watch it. Compare that to the aspiring basketball player, who religiously watches the NBA, and then practices and emulates the moves of the star players.

Therefore, the 'moves to beat your opponent' section is truly useful for injecting some creativity and imagination into youngsters' developing games.

This book is also just plain FUN, and I wish I had it when I was 10...

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Brilliant, Top Notch!!, May 17, 2002

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"jlmasonls18" (Leeds, UK now Houston, TX, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Play the Brazilian Way: The Secret Skills of the World's Greatest Footballers (Paperback)

I have been playing Football since the age of 4 years old, and until now, have not come across a better 'Soccer' book for players of all ages and coaches alike.

After moving to the U.S. 7 years ago, I found that the young players in the States love to play the game, but have never really watched it, and therefore new ideas, moves and skills were hard to develop.

This book lays it out very simply, and provides a world of knowledge. Finally someone got it right, Tremendous book!!

I have had the pleasure of meeting with Simon Clifford, the author, when back in Leeds, England. He is a truly great guy with tremendous dedication to Football/Soccer.

Great gift for any player or caoch.