每日背诵第一期99
England may have set the rules, but many people argue that the game’s spiritual home is Brazil. The South American country is home to the world’s most successful and admired national team. Famous for their free-flowing, elegant style, often referred to as “samba soccer,” the Brazilians have carried home the World Cup trophy no fewer than four times. Despite some poor results recently, it would be foolish to dismiss Brazil’s chances in World Cup 2002.
英国人也许制定了足球的规则，但许多人认为足球灵魂的故乡是巴西。这个南美洲国家是全世界最成功、最为人欣赏的球队的家乡。巴西人以自由、文雅的踢球风格闻名，常被认为是“桑巴足球”，他们抱回世界杯的奖杯足足有四次。尽管近年来战绩有些不太好，但小看巴西队在2002年世界杯足球赛的获胜机会是愚蠢的。
(短文节选,本篇始于：世足热蔓延全亚洲)
