Professor João Carvalhaes - football’s first World Cup-winning psychologist

We look back on the life of Professor João Carvalhaes, football's first World Cup-winning psychologist. Join us for a discussion about a fascinating individual who pioneered the use of cognitive examinations in elite football, divided opinion with his analysis of Pele and Garrincha, and helped Brazil win the 1958 World Cup.To watch the Sao Paolo Regional Psychology Council's video about João Carvalhaes, visit: http://www.crpsp.org.br/memoria/joao/videos.aspxRead 'The Mind Room', The Football Psychology Show sister newsletter: https://themindroom.substack.com/Get in touch and follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/soccerpsychshow  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit themindroom.substack.com/subscribe