Brazil is about to host two of the most important world sport events, the FIFA World Cup 2014 and the Olympic Games Rio 2016. The purpose of this research is to observe the perceptions of physical education professionals from Rio de Janeiro in regard to the legacy these mega events may bring to their lives in terms of professional development as well as in questions related to their routine. In our discussion about the results we raise topics about the impact and expectations of these mega events in the job market to these teachers, professional valorization, practice, and raise interest in sport, social legacy and suggestions to the success of these events.
Legacies; 2014 Fifa World Cup; Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympic Games; Perception
