How did Socrates challenge the stereotype of the unintelligent footballer?

Dec 4, 2011 ... His elegant style and his deep involvement with politics made him a unique figure in Brazilian soccer, setting him apart from the players of his ... Jun 22, 2018 ... Glory before victory. Socrates transferred his politically aware approach to the game from club to international football when playing for ... Dec 4, 2011 ... http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/04122011/58/world-football-brazil-legend-socrates-dies-aged-57.html The former Corinthians hero was rushed to ... Dec 5, 2011 ... He's the kind of figure hard to find in football," added the left-back from the 1982 and 1986 Brazil teams. Socrates had been taken to hospital ... Jun 15, 2018 ... HUGH MACDONALD: There is an unassailable truth about Socrates, Brazilian player, doctor and medic. He was legend made of fragile flesh and ... Brazilian footballer Socrates dies. Former Brazilian soccer player Socrates has died aged 57. (AP). 11 April 2012. Former Brazil great Socrates, who ... Dec 26, 2017 ... The field was named after the Brazilian football player and doctor Sócrates. Sócrates Brasileiro (1954-2011) was a brilliant mid-fielder for ... Inspired by the incredible career of the Doctor and Brazilian football player Sócrates Brasileiro Sampaio de Souza Vieira de Oliveira, the Socrates Award has ... Dec 4, 2011 ... Brazilian footballer Socrates dies. Former Brazil great Socrates, who captained Brazil at the 1982 World Cup, has died. He was 57. 13:43, Sun ... Dec 5, 2011 ... Former Brazilian soccer star Socrates stood out. His elegant style and deep involvement in politics set him apart from the players of his time and of today.