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All words and images by Gregorio Gastaldi Letters from São Paulo: where faith, football, and culture meet along the coast and beyond. In the first instalment of Letters from São Paulo, Gregorio Gastaldi journeys into the heart of the metropolis to witness São Paulo FC at their iconic home, MorumBIS.
Image and words by Jonas Zöller After the frustration with tickets, I had fired shots in every direction, posting on social media and asking for any help. I did not expect much when Simone suddenly slid into my DMs. I sit down in a bar and read her message. She
The Mediterranean Sea laps seductively against the shore, and the searing Sicilian heat kisses you all over. The sky is a perfect blue, and the aroma of freshly baked cannoli mingles with the salty sea breeze. You lazily lift your head from the sand. Removing your sunglasses, your eyes slowly
By Gregorio Gastaldi Argentina’s love affair with football began around 150 years ago when the country was building its vast railway network. Thousands of immigrant workers from Britain came to help construct these railroads. With them, they brought experience and know-how, but they also brought their hobbies and pastimes –
All words and images by Pedro J Caffa “A perfect script of water, cinema and calcio.” Nico Paz prepares to take a free kick. He steps back. Takes a deep breath. His left-footed strike flies well over the bar. The Argentine, who this season wears the number 10 for Como
All words and images by Jonas Zöller Over the coming weeks, photographer Jonas Zöller will be travelling across South America to capture the heartbeat of the continent — its football and its culture, all on film. From terraces to town squares, he’ll be documenting the everyday moments that make the
By Luke Bajic with 3 Points Travel for The Atlantic Dispatch When Luke Bajic travelled with 3 Points Travel to Belgrade, it wasn’t just about ticking a city off the map. It was about uncovering a part of his own heritage and experiencing one of Europe’s most passionate footballing cities.
All words and images by Vitor Melo. Vitor Melo is a documentary photographer and visual artist based in Rio de Janeiro. He recently covered Flamengo’s latest Copa Libertadores match, producing a visual series titled “How Rio de Janeiro Dresses on a Flamengo Match Day.” The project captures the city’s distinctive
Text and Photos by Jesse Ilan Kornbluth “We must recognise our own responsibility—and power—to protect the environment for future generations.” THE CAMMINO RETICO Across Europe, long-distance trekking is everywhere, but the Cammino Retico in northern Italy is one-of-a-kind for its mix of natural beauty, history, culture, local cuisine, ecological diversity,
Too often, people criticise girls who follow football, assuming they ‘don’t understand anything’, I grew up with football. It’s who I am.” Martina Del Giudice never planned to leave Naples. Yet here she is, standing atop Notre Dame de la Garde in Marseille, watching the sun descend over the shimmering
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