Soccer in Sun and Shadow

Didi and She

I always felt a lot of affection for her. Because if you don’t treat her with affection, she won’t obey. When she’d come, I’d take charge and she’d obey. Sometimes she’d go one way and I’d say, “Come here, child,” and I’d bring her along. I’d take care of her blisters and warts and she’d always sit there, obedient as can be. I’d treat her with as much affection as I give my own wife. I had tremendous affection for her. Because she’s fire. If you treat her badly, she’ll break your leg. That’s why I say, “Boys, come on, have some respect. This is a girl that has to be treated with a lot of love…” Depending on the spot where you touch her, she’ll choose your fate.

From an interview by Roberto Moura