Ronaldo: The Phenomenon
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Breathe. In. Out. That's what Ronaldo Nazário couldn't do during a seizure that nearly took his life and robbed Brazil of a World Cup. This is the O.G. Ronaldo. You know, the guy who had a seizure and appeared out of sorts a few hours later in the biggest game of his career. The guy who blew out his knee and missed most of the next four years to injury before coming back to finally claim the biggest prize in the sport: the World Cup. This is the story of Ronaldo, the demi-god of goals.   The Best Soccer Podcast In The World is a bilingual podcast that tells your soon-to-be favorite soccer stories. The host, Nando Vila, will crack open some of the most iconic World Cup moments, putting them in cultural and geopolitical contexts. From legendary players to silly hairdos to heart-wrenching losses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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