Brazil's 1958 World Cup Journey

The transcript recounts Brazil's journey to winning the 1958 World Cup in Sweden, highlighting the emergence of 17-year-old Pele. Despite initial doubts, Brazil triumphed, with Pele's performance in the semi-final against France and the final against Sweden being pivotal. His improvisational skills and iconic goals helped Brazil secure a 5-2 victory in the final, establishing Pele as a World Cup legend.

Which young player was highlighted as a key figure in Brazil's 1958 World Cup team?

• Garrincha

• Didi

• Baba

• Pele

What was the general expectation of Brazil's team before the 1958 World Cup?

• Considered average

• Expected to reach the finals

• Underdogs

• Highly favored

Against which team did Pele score a hat-trick in the semi-final?

• Argentina

• Sweden

• France

• Germany

What was the score at halftime during the final match against Sweden?

• 1-0 to Sweden

• 2-1 to Brazil

• 2-2

• 3-1 to Brazil

How did Pele describe his decision-making process during his iconic goal?

• Coached

• Instinctive

• Planned

• Random

What was one of Pele's strengths that he credited for his goal against Sweden?

• Speed

• Strength

• Improvisation

• Endurance

What would have likely happened if Pele had gone down under the challenge during his goal?

• Offside

• Penalty

• No call

• Free kick

How many goals did Pele score in total during the 1958 World Cup?

• Four

• Six

• Five

• Seven

What was the final score of the World Cup final against Sweden?

• 5-2

• 2-1

• 4-2

• 3-1

What legacy did Pele leave after the 1958 World Cup?

• An average player

• A controversial figure

• A FIFA World Cup legend

• A promising player