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Published: October 9, 2006
"Joga Bonita", to "play beautiful", a phrase used recently in Nike ad campaigns, has been synonymous with Brazil's national side. Present in all ranks and divisions of the Confederacao Brasilieira de Futebol (CBF), Brazilian soccer players are known for an improvised, fluid brand of play. The riposte, "the English invented it, the Brazilians perfected it", has long accompanied Brazilian soccer.
The Brazilian national team had a less than stellar performance and finish at the 2006 FIFA World Cup, advancing only to the quarterfinals. However, Brazil is still ranked as the number one team on the FIFA World Rankings table. The CBF has an impressive curriculum vitae that includes twelve world championship titles, the most of any national association. Among the twelve titles are five FIFA World Cups, four U-20 Championships, three U-17 Championships, three Futsal World Cups, 7 American Cups and 2 FIFA Confederation Cups.
Because of their impressive play, the Brazilian national squad was allowed to keep the Jules Rimet Cup (the title of the original World Cup trophy) following their third World Cup victory. Brazil also has the unique distinction of having never failed to qualify for the World Cup tournament. Historically, the team has performed well. Failing to advance passed the group stages only three times, they have advanced as far as the Round of 16 twice, the quarterfinals three times, and semifinals three times. Brazil has held third place twice and have appeared in the finals seven times, finishing first an astounding five times.
The only international tournament that has eluded the national side is Olympic gold. Although they've never held the top spot on the podium, they have managed two silver medals and one bronze medal.
In addition to one of the world's best, most popular national sides, Brazil's club divisions are also well developed. The CBF, Brazil's soccer federation, is divided into three divisions. The first, the premier division, is the Campeonato Brasilieiro Serie A and features famed clubs such as Corinthians, Flamengo, Palmieras and Vasco da Gama. Its second division, Campeonato Brasileira Serie B, hosts squads such as Santa Cruz, Gremio and Sao Paolo. The third division, Campeonato Brasileira Serie C, is the home of local favorites like Remo, America, Ipatinga and Novo Hamburgo.
Brazilian club play has not been immune to match fixing scandals. As controversy rocked prestigious leagues like the Italian Serie A in 2006 and Germany's Bundesliga in 2005, the CBF Serie A and B also experienced internal investigations during 2005. Despite the black mark, the illustrious histories of the teams of Brazil's premiership are still highlights. CBF clubs have faired well in international club play, winning an array of honors that include 12 Copa Libertadores, six UEFA/ CONMEBOL Intercontinental Cups, three Club World Cups, three Mercosur Cups, four South American Cup titles and five CONMEBOL championships.
The most famous of Brazil's soccer players is world renowned goal scorer, Pele. Very much still a national hero, Pele's legendary play has still failed to be matched by any player.
The current Brazilian national squad feature nationals who are considered some of the freshest talents in the world. Spanish premier league stars like Ronaldhino of F.C. Barcelona and Ronaldo of Real Madrid make up the cornerstones of two of the world's most prestigious clubs. National team stars such as former Bundesliga player Ze Roberto, now with Santo, and up and comer Mineiro of Sao Paulo, are both top performers of the CBF domestic leagues.
World Cup History- The Facts and Stats. 2006. William Hill. 27 Sept 2006. www.sportnetwork.net
Brazilian Football Confederation. 2006. South American Football Confederation. 27 Sept 2006. www.conmebol.com
FIFA Confederations Cup. 2006. FIFA. 27 Sept 2006. www.fifa.com
Brazil. 2006. FIFA. 27 Sept 2006. www.fifa.com
History. 2006. TBT. 27 Sept 2006. www.the beautifulteam.com
The Brazilian national team had a less than stellar performance and finish at the 2006 FIFA World Cup, advancing only to the quarterfinals. However, Brazil is still ranked as the number one team on the FIFA World Rankings table. The CBF has an impressive curriculum vitae that includes twelve world championship titles, the most of any national association. Among the twelve titles are five FIFA World Cups, four U-20 Championships, three U-17 Championships, three Futsal World Cups, 7 American Cups and 2 FIFA Confederation Cups.
Because of their impressive play, the Brazilian national squad was allowed to keep the Jules Rimet Cup (the title of the original World Cup trophy) following their third World Cup victory. Brazil also has the unique distinction of having never failed to qualify for the World Cup tournament. Historically, the team has performed well. Failing to advance passed the group stages only three times, they have advanced as far as the Round of 16 twice, the quarterfinals three times, and semifinals three times. Brazil has held third place twice and have appeared in the finals seven times, finishing first an astounding five times.
The only international tournament that has eluded the national side is Olympic gold. Although they've never held the top spot on the podium, they have managed two silver medals and one bronze medal.
In addition to one of the world's best, most popular national sides, Brazil's club divisions are also well developed. The CBF, Brazil's soccer federation, is divided into three divisions. The first, the premier division, is the Campeonato Brasilieiro Serie A and features famed clubs such as Corinthians, Flamengo, Palmieras and Vasco da Gama. Its second division, Campeonato Brasileira Serie B, hosts squads such as Santa Cruz, Gremio and Sao Paolo. The third division, Campeonato Brasileira Serie C, is the home of local favorites like Remo, America, Ipatinga and Novo Hamburgo.
Brazilian club play has not been immune to match fixing scandals. As controversy rocked prestigious leagues like the Italian Serie A in 2006 and Germany's Bundesliga in 2005, the CBF Serie A and B also experienced internal investigations during 2005. Despite the black mark, the illustrious histories of the teams of Brazil's premiership are still highlights. CBF clubs have faired well in international club play, winning an array of honors that include 12 Copa Libertadores, six UEFA/ CONMEBOL Intercontinental Cups, three Club World Cups, three Mercosur Cups, four South American Cup titles and five CONMEBOL championships.
The most famous of Brazil's soccer players is world renowned goal scorer, Pele. Very much still a national hero, Pele's legendary play has still failed to be matched by any player.
The current Brazilian national squad feature nationals who are considered some of the freshest talents in the world. Spanish premier league stars like Ronaldhino of F.C. Barcelona and Ronaldo of Real Madrid make up the cornerstones of two of the world's most prestigious clubs. National team stars such as former Bundesliga player Ze Roberto, now with Santo, and up and comer Mineiro of Sao Paulo, are both top performers of the CBF domestic leagues.
World Cup History- The Facts and Stats. 2006. William Hill. 27 Sept 2006. www.sportnetwork.net
Brazilian Football Confederation. 2006. South American Football Confederation. 27 Sept 2006. www.conmebol.com
FIFA Confederations Cup. 2006. FIFA. 27 Sept 2006. www.fifa.com
Brazil. 2006. FIFA. 27 Sept 2006. www.fifa.com
History. 2006. TBT. 27 Sept 2006. www.the beautifulteam.com
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