FC Porto invites fans to book event, Farioli names first inspiration | OneFootball

FC Porto this Wednesday challenged its fans to attend BABELL, a literary and cultural event taking place in the Invicta city between June 24 and 29.

Over the course of those days, the initiative will bring sessions to various streets and squares across the city, featuring some of the world’s greatest writers, as well as concerts by GNR, Pedro Abrunhosa, Bárbara Bandeira and Carminho on Avenida dos Aliados, also culminating in an artistic performance in the skies.

To secure a place at a BABELL session, those interested only need to buy a book at one of the more than 50 participating bookstores in Porto.

“[Books] offer the opportunity to anticipate and explore the world quickly through the eyes of authors, and I think it is a great opportunity to learn, anticipate and prepare for the adventure that, especially younger students, will face later in their lives,” said Francesco Farioli, coach of the Dragons and promoter of this event, revealing how his passion for books began.

“The first encounter, of course, was at school, but after that it is something that stays with you. We do not have much time to read nowadays, but it is always good to have some interesting books nearby to inspire us, to look for new ideas and reflect on what we have done. And above all, as I have already said, to move forward with the right desire and curiosity so that we can continue to grow and develop,” he stressed.

The Italian coach also revealed which was the first book that inspired him: “I do not remember exactly how many years ago [I read it], but it says a lot about a teacher’s work with their students. It is a work that also contains a small metaphor for the coach’s work with this group. The book is ‘L’ora di lezione’, or ‘Lesson Time’, I am not quite sure how to translate it. I believe it is a very interesting book for students and teachers.”

“It is always good to have an event of this scale and potential impact because, at the end of the day, when an event like this is organized in a city like Porto, thinkers are brought here who can help develop other thinkers. And that is, I believe, something society has been lacking somewhat in recent years. It is undoubtedly great and, for me, being here promoting this event also means a lot. I have done my part and I think it is an event not to be missed. It will be held in one of the best bookstores in the world and one that is very special to me because of my recent contract renewal with the club. I hope I can take part and hear what these great names have to tell us,” Farioli concluded at Livraria Lello.

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