A NOVA VIDA DO GOLEIRO ARANHA, EX-SANTOS, PALMEIRAS E PONTE!

Summary

The video features a conversation between a journalist and Aranha, a former professional Brazilian soccer goalkeeper. They discuss Aranha's experiences with racism throughout his career, including being called racist slurs by fans. Aranha recounts how these incidents affected him and his fight against racism in soccer. He shares his perspective on the barriers and discrimination black players face. Aranha also reflects on his career highlights, passions off the field like writing, and his life after recovering from a serious battle with COVID-19.

Takeaways

• 🐝 Aranha, a former goalkeeper, has transitioned from football to becoming an author and speaker, highlighting a significant career shift.
• 📚 He has published two books, focusing on overlooked black figures in Brazilian history, showcasing his efforts to educate on racial issues.
• 👨‍🎯 Despite facing racism throughout his career, Aranha does not hold hate but also does not have affection for football, indicating mixed feelings about his past.
• 🐶 The nickname 'Aranha' (Spider) was given due to his impressive goalkeeping skills, likened to having multiple arms.
• 💻 Transitioning to writing, Aranha reflects on the challenges and surprises of being an author, contrasting it with his football career.
• 👥 Discusses the prevalent racism in football, including a personal incident of racial abuse that led to legal and societal repercussions.
• 😷 Highlights the financial struggles of most football players, with a majority not earning more than R$ 5,000, leading to a difficult post-career transition.
• 💎 Shares his critical views on the toxic environment in football stadiums, filled with hatred, and the harsh realities facing players off the field.
• 💯 Reflects on his proudest moments, particularly with Ponte Preta and Santos, emphasizing the highs of his football career.
• 💔 Opens up about the impact of racism on his professional opportunities, suggesting that his advocacy against racism was seen negatively by some in the football community.
• 👍 Aranha's experience with COVID-19, including a serious bout that led to a stay in the ICU, has profoundly impacted his outlook on life, emphasizing the desire to live fully.

Q & A

What racist incident happened to Aranha in 2014?

In 2014, Aranha was racially abused by fans who called him a monkey during a match between Santos and Grêmio. This led to Grêmio being disqualified from the Brazilian Cup.

How did Aranha's career suffer due to his anti-racism stance?

Aranha says he was seen as a troublemaker for speaking out against racism. Some clubs avoided signing him because they saw him as controversial for fighting racism.

What does Aranha say about the lack of support from other players?

Aranha says he has very little contact with players from his era. None of them congratulated him or messaged him about his book on racism.

What motivated Aranha to become a writer?

After surviving a serious COVID-19 infection, Aranha decided to become a writer to share his perspective. He traded many of his soccer jerseys for thousands of books.

How did Aranha get the nickname 'Aranha' (Spider)?

A coach gave him the nickname because he said Aranha seemed to have many arms when making saves, like a spider.

What is Aranha's view on the woman who racially abused him?

Aranha does not hate her but also does not like her. He thinks she should live her life and he will live his.

What early experience with racism impacted Aranha?

As a child, a girl he liked recoiled when he tried to touch her, saying "don't touch me, you're Black" which made him feel being Black was horrible.

Who were Aranha's role models as a Black goalkeeper?

Aranha looked up to other Black goalkeepers like Wagner and Dida as role models.

What political event was Aranha prevented from attending?

While at Palmeiras, Aranha was prevented by the club from speaking at Brazil's March of Black Women.

How did contracting COVID-19 change Aranha's priorities?

After being critically ill and fearing death from COVID, Aranha now prioritizes living life to the fullest over money or possessions.