How did Socrates prepare mentally for important matches?

A hugely talented athlete who graduated in medicine yet drank and smoked to excess. The attacking midfielder stood out - and not just because of his 6'4" frame. Oct 8, 2019 ... Sócrates: More than a footballer. Sócrates, the former Brazil captain, represented more than just football. A man unafraid to speak up, he was ... Nov 24, 2016 ... Despite his medical education he wasn't watchful about his health. Dr Socrates liked to smoke. And he drank “a little in the morning, then some ... Dec 27, 2023 ... When Sócrates proclaimed this, it exposed a streak of obstinacy, a touch of his free-spirited persona, a gift and a curse entwined on the football stage. Jan 25, 2019 ... A young man who found in football the perfect setting to mix sport and ideas; joy and social commitment. This is the story of Socrates, the footballer who ... Socrates · Brazil 1982 Retro Football Shirt. -20% OFFER. LOW STOCK. Brazil 1982 Retro Football Shirt. Size. Choose an option, 3XL. S. M. L. XL. XXL. 3XL ... Downie does full justice to an extraordinary life' Pete Davies, author of All Played Out. A stunning new biography of Socrates, the iconic captain of the ... Mar 22, 2018 ... A stunning new biography of Socrates, the iconic captain of the greatest Brazil side never to win the World Cup. Jun 30, 2009 ... The question was answered by the late Brendan McKenna, former Football Association of Ireland (FAI) Press Officer, who confirmed that “Sócrates ... Sep 30, 2019 ... Socrates and Aristotle debate football defence ... Socrates and his philosopher mate Aristotle discuss the Australian Matilda's heartbreaking loss ...