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Soccernomics (2022 World Cup Edition) - Why European Men and American Women Win and Billionaire Owners Are Destined to Lose... Soccernomics (2022 World Cup Edition) - Why European Men and American Women Win and Billionaire Owners Are Destined to Lose (Paperback)
Simon Kuper, Stefan Szymanski
R591 R454 Discovery Miles 4 540 Save R137 (23%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Young Guvnors - The Rise & Fall of the Notorious Manchester City Football Hooligan Firm (Paperback): Rodney Rhoden Young Guvnors - The Rise & Fall of the Notorious Manchester City Football Hooligan Firm (Paperback)
Rodney Rhoden
R279 R231 Discovery Miles 2 310 Save R48 (17%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The rise and fall of Manchester City's Young Guvnors mirrored the government's attempts to get to grips with the escalating violence at football matches throughout the 1980s. Here Rodney Rhoden, one of the youngest members of this feared group of supporters, recalls the police tactics that ended The Young Guvnors reign of terror. "This is my story". The story of the Young Guvnors. "The Young Guvnors fought not only on the streets of Manchester against their fellow hooligans but with other firms up and down the country. We sought out rival fans to fight - to say it is not a pleasant story is an understatement. "From our formation in the mid 1980s when organized football hooliganism was at an all time high its a vicious account of how we operated our bloody battles with opposing mobs and ultimately about our demise."

Legends at the Lane - The history of Sheffield United told through player shirts and other memorabilia (Hardcover): Danny Hall Legends at the Lane - The history of Sheffield United told through player shirts and other memorabilia (Hardcover)
Danny Hall
R935 R757 Discovery Miles 7 570 Save R178 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Legends at the Lane is an independent compilation of match worn shirts from iconic periods, players and games and the long and illustrious history of Sheffield United football club. Featuring the iconic jerseys worn by Blades heroes in FA Cup final wins and semi-final losses, derby-day victories over city rivals Wednesday and the historic 1970/91 promotion season, Legends at the Lane aims to capture the literal fabric of Sheffield United. But it is more than just a history of the colours worn by the great and good of Bramall Lane history. This impressive, full-colour, hardback, coffee-table style book - with a foreword from legendary striker Brian Deane - will bring the shirts to life; capturing and featuring the stories of some of the most iconic players to have worn that iconic badge, in some of the most iconic games in the club's history.

Desktop Soccer - Goal! (Paperback): Christina Rosso-Schneider Desktop Soccer - Goal! (Paperback)
Christina Rosso-Schneider
R205 R164 Discovery Miles 1 640 Save R41 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Goooal! Now you can bring all of the fun and excitement of the soccer pitch to your desktop with this miniature set that you play with your fingers! * Everything you need to play: Includes soccer "pitch" mat, 2 goals, 2 pairs of soccer cleats for your fingers, 1 mini soccer ball * Book included: With a brief history and rules of the sport, profiles of famous players, trivia, and more in this 32-page fully illustrated miniature book * Unique gift: Perfect for soccer lovers of all ages

Pep's City - The Making of a Superteam (Paperback): Lu Martin, Pol Ballus Pep's City - The Making of a Superteam (Paperback)
Lu Martin, Pol Ballus
R465 R381 Discovery Miles 3 810 Save R84 (18%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days
Give Them Wings - The Autobiography of Paul Hodgson (Paperback): Paul Hodgson Give Them Wings - The Autobiography of Paul Hodgson (Paperback)
Paul Hodgson
R230 Discovery Miles 2 300 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
The Bristol Rovers Archive Number 2: 1991-2001, Number 2 (Paperback): Keith Brookman The Bristol Rovers Archive Number 2: 1991-2001, Number 2 (Paperback)
Keith Brookman; Edited by Chris Swift
R279 Discovery Miles 2 790 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Bristol Rovers programme editor Keith Brookman has collaborated with former club photographer Alan Marshall to look back at a decade in the life of Bristol's oldest professional football club. So much happened during those 10 years and the photos contained within these pages offer only a tantalising glimpse of some of the players and events that are now consigned to the club's illustrious past. Keith has researched and added detailed descriptions of all the images to produce a document that charts the highs and lows of life at Bristol Rovers from 1991-2001. A decade that began with the departure of Gerry Francis as manager saw so many changes, not least the move back from Bath to Bristol and, eventually a home they could call their own. Managers and players came and went, there were two relegations and another trip to Wembley and some memorable football along the way.

The Times World Cup Moments (Hardcover): Henry Winter The Times World Cup Moments (Hardcover)
Henry Winter; Richard Whitehead; Edited by Times Books
R460 R368 Discovery Miles 3 680 Save R92 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

The ideal gift for football fans to read between matches during the 2022 Qatar World Cup Pairing epic sports photography with articles from The Times and The Sunday Times archive, this volume brings together 100 of the most iconic moments from World Cup history. With striking, full-colour photography, rarely seen archival images and sensational reporting on the action, The Times World Cup Moments tells the unofficial story of the world's largest single sporting event as it unfolded on - and off - the pitch. Featuring the greatest goals, most historic line-ups, heroic players and unforgettable controversies, these split-second moments have changed the course of World Cup history and generated a global sensation along the way. The perfect Christmas gift for any football fan, some of the best moments from this book include: * The first World Cup, Uruguay 1930 * North Korea's fairy tale, England 1966 * David Beckham's perfect free-kick, France 1998 * Brazil's golden line-up, Mexico 1970 * The infamous Hand of God, Mexico 1986 * Roger Milla's celebration, Italy 1990 * Zinedine Zidane's chipped Panenka penalty, Germany 2006 * Germany's humiliation of the hosts, Brazil 2014 * Cristiano Ronaldo's spectacular hat-trick, South Korea 2018

Awards of the Dispute Resolution Chamber of the National Soccer League (Paperback): National Soccer League Dispute Resolution... Awards of the Dispute Resolution Chamber of the National Soccer League (Paperback)
National Soccer League Dispute Resolution Chamber
R928 R803 Discovery Miles 8 030 Save R125 (13%) Ships in 4 - 8 working days
Answered Prayers - England and the 1966 World Cup (Hardcover): Duncan Hamilton Answered Prayers - England and the 1966 World Cup (Hardcover)
Duncan Hamilton
R727 R582 Discovery Miles 5 820 Save R145 (20%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

England. 1966. The World Cup. Duncan Hamilton watched England beat West Germany as an eight-year-old boy in the company of his father and grandfather. He recalls 'Wembley, spread out in the sun; the waving flags; the delirious, joy-of-all-joys moment of the final whistle; the trophy sparkling in the late afternoon light'. But, seeing the whole game again during the misery of the first Covid lockdown, finally made him realise what Alf Ramsey and his players had no inkling of, which was what came next for them. How, for many of those boys of summer, almost everything after that shimmering moment amounted to an anti-climax or a setback. How '66 was not a beginning, a guaranteed path towards more success, but a slow decline and fall, and also a disproportionate number of disappointments. And how the triumph of '66 was dulled through constant repetition, the same images always flashed before us. Hamilton recognised, too, how many myths and misconceptions had grown around the match. He decided to revisit '66, tracing the very roots of a story - as well as the hidden figures within it - that really began during the era of post-War austerity. Answered Prayers provides, at last, a full account of English football's greatest achievement and the failures that followed it. We see the institutional inability to appreciate Ramsey and his players, who were taken for granted; the political machinations of the blazered fools who ran the Football Association; the short-sighted blunderers of the Football League. With his matchless insight and descriptive power, Hamilton tells history afresh and shows us, for the first time, the scale of what was won and what was lost. PRAISE FOR DUNCAN HAMILTON 'Hamilton has a perceptively humane understanding of men for whom football was never just a game' Guardian 'A marriage of prose and detail so fine and fastidious that it takes the breath away' Independent 'Justifiably prize-winning' Mail on Sunday

Be Good, Love Brian - Growing Up with Brian Clough (Paperback): Craig Bromfield Be Good, Love Brian - Growing Up with Brian Clough (Paperback)
Craig Bromfield
R231 Discovery Miles 2 310 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Shortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award 2022 Craig Bromfield was just 13 years old when Brian Clough, on a whim, took him and his older brother Aaron in. They came from Southwick, a depressed area of Sunderland, where they lived with their abusive stepfather, and from where they longed to escape. After initially meeting Clough while out begging for money, Clough later invited the brothers to stay at his house. From there a relationship formed which would see Craig living with the Cloughs for nine years, where he was a first-hand witness to the many aspects of Clough's character - his gruffness, his humour, his big-heartedness. This is a beautiful, inspirational story, which has never before been told, about Clough's gentleness and capacity for generosity. Discover a very different side to this iconic man, one away from the cameras and the football, which shows him for the person he really was.

Call Yourself a Hammers Fan? - The Ultimate West Ham Quiz Book (Paperback): Matthews Mart Call Yourself a Hammers Fan? - The Ultimate West Ham Quiz Book (Paperback)
Matthews Mart
R308 R252 Discovery Miles 2 520 Save R56 (18%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

How much do you really know about the club you love? You can find out by exploring the 1,000 questions set out in 100 categories that make up this West Ham quiz book. It s not often that books on football make reference to Inspector Morse, Dostoyevsky, Shredded Wheat, The Everly Brothers, Fawlty Towers, Catch-22 and EastEnders, but this one does! Try these for size: which West Ham United player in the 1980 FA Cup Final had already scored for another club in an earlier FA Cup Final? Which two players with West Ham United connections appeared in 43 games between them for Blackburn Rovers when they won the Premier League in 1994/95? And who is the only man to manage West Ham United in two different centuries? You will struggle to find anything as comprehensive as this eclectic collection. This quirky, challenging book is a must for West Ham fans of all ages, and you might not see anything quite like it again.

Madiba's Boys (Paperback): Graeme Friedman Madiba's Boys (Paperback)
Graeme Friedman
R175 R151 Discovery Miles 1 510 Save R24 (14%) Ships in 15 - 25 working days

A look at the early years of the great Lucas Radebe and Mark Fish, one black and one white footballer. It moves from football played with rolled-up old socks on the dusty veldt, to the glamour and passion of the English Premiership and the World Cup.;It traces the struggle for liberation in the township of Diepklooit and the backlash of apartheid Pretoria to the establishment of a democratic state. We follow Mark and Lucas's efforts on behalf of Bafana Bafana, at times heroic, at times controversial, as they steer their national side from African soccer baby to football giant in less than a decade.

Cyrille Regis My Story (Paperback): Cyrille Regis, Chris Green Cyrille Regis My Story (Paperback)
Cyrille Regis, Chris Green 1
R207 Discovery Miles 2 070 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Cyrille Regis' story is a compelling one on so many levels. The story of his migration from the French Caribbean to a racially divided West London in the 1960s, his development as a semi-professional footballer and his subsequent move to a top-flight Football League club, followed by national recognition and glory, while still facing racial hatred is a tale in itself. The book begins at Buckingham Palace in 2008, when Cyrille Regis received his MBE, recognition for his services to football and the community. This fascinating autobiography describes the battles Cyrille faced as a child and teenager before he turned professional and achieved great things as a footballer. As well as detailing the glorious moments in his career, it studies the impact that he and his black teammates had on the sociological outlook of football fans. The book concludes with a review of Cyrille Regis' life after he retired as a footballer and his work in the community.

Messi and Ronaldo - Who Is The Greatest? (Hardcover): Illugi Jökulsson Messi and Ronaldo - Who Is The Greatest? (Hardcover)
Illugi Jökulsson
R372 R328 Discovery Miles 3 280 Save R44 (12%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

A head-to-head comparison of the two greatest soccer stars of their generation - and perhaps of all time. One, diminutive and reserved; the other, tall and theatrical. One with six Ballons d'Or, and the other with five. There's no doubt about it - Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are the best. But which one is better? This lively book compares every aspect of the legendary rivals' careers, to let the reader decide. It compares their stats, including their ten years of matchups in El Clásico, their club trophies, and their individual awards and milestones. It analyses their style of play, and how it has evolved throughout their careers. And, it looks at how their rivalry continues off the field, in terms of endorsement deals, social media followings, and philanthropic endeavors. Packed with colour photos of the champions in action, Messi and Ronaldo will spark discussion among both players' partisans.

The Gloves Are Off - My story, by Paddy Kenny (Hardcover): Paddy Kenny, Danny Hall The Gloves Are Off - My story, by Paddy Kenny (Hardcover)
Paddy Kenny, Danny Hall
R369 Discovery Miles 3 690 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

He is the larger-than-life figure who bounced back from rejection at 16 and graduated from parks pitches to become a Premier League goalkeeper, and later represent his country. Paddy Kenny's career was certainly not straightforward... just like his life. In his autobiography, Kenny lifts the lid on his time on and off the football field - including dressing-room rucks, being beaten for the Premier League's most famous goal and having his eyebrow bitten off in a curry house, just days before he faced Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney and Manchester United. This is Kenny's story... and the gloves are well and truly off.

No Nonsense - The Autobiography (Paperback): Joey  Barton No Nonsense - The Autobiography (Paperback)
Joey Barton 1
R282 R210 Discovery Miles 2 100 Save R72 (26%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

THE CROSS SPORTS BOOK AWARDS AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF THE YEAR The Sunday Times bestseller is 'brilliant, gripping, beautifully written, real,' says Jonathan Northcroft. So, you think you know Joey Barton. Think again. No Nonsense is a game-changing autobiography which will redefine the most fascinating figure in British football. It is the raw yet redemptive story of a man shaped by rejection and the consequences of his mistakes. He has represented England, and been a pivotal player for Manchester City, Newcastle United, Queens Park Rangers, Marseille, Burnley and Glasgow Rangers, but his career has featured recurring controversy. The low point of being sent to prison for assault in 2008 proved to be the catalyst for the re-evaluation of his life. No Nonsense reflects Barton's character - it is candid, challenging, entertaining and intelligent. He does not spare himself, in revealing the formative influences of a tough upbringing in Liverpool, and gives a survivor's insight into a game which, to use his phrase, 'eats people alive'. The book is emotionally driven, and explains how he has redirected his energies since the birth of his children. In addition to dealing with his past, he expands on his plans for the future. In this updated edition he speaks frankly about the gambling addiction that has left him facing a hefty ban. The millions who follow his commentaries on social media, and those who witnessed him on BBC's Question Time, will be given another reason to pause, and look beyond the caricature. 'Compelling' Donald McRae, Guardian 'Brilliant' Matt Lawton, Daily Mail

Nii Lamptey - The Curse of Pelé (Hardcover): Joris Kaper Nii Lamptey - The Curse of Pelé (Hardcover)
Joris Kaper
R610 R497 Discovery Miles 4 970 Save R113 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Nii Lamptey: The Curse of Pelé is the authorised biography of Ghanaian footballer Nii Lamptey, a one-time bright young talent who was hailed as 'the next Pelé' by Pelé himself. By age 16, Lamptey had won the Belgian title with RSC Anderlecht and the world championship with Ghana's under-16s. One year later, he won a bronze medal at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. After joining Dutch masters PSV Eindhoven on loan in 1993 and scoring 10 times in 22 games that season, Lamptey appeared to have the world at his feet. Spells at Aston Villa and Coventry City followed, but he failed to fulfil Pelé's bold prophecy. Instead, his career became a cautionary tale of what can go wrong when too much pressure is applied to young players. Injuries, lack of schooling, domestic violence, bad agents and a tragic and turbulent personal life pushed Lamptey to the brink of suicide, but thankfully he recovered. In this 'warts and all' account he finally lifts the lid on his incredible story.

I Love This Game - The Autobiography (Paperback): Patrice Evra I Love This Game - The Autobiography (Paperback)
Patrice Evra
R207 Discovery Miles 2 070 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

LONGLISTED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR PRIZE 'Excellent and compellingly honest' Alyson Rudd, The Times In I Love This Game, the long-awaited autobiography of Patrice Evra, the former Manchester United and France star looks back on a remarkable life and career. Having played alongside some of the club's greatest legends, such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney and Paul Scholes, in one of United's most successful eras, Evra has now found a new role as an in-demand pundit and social media star. But, as he reveals in this frank, often shocking, but always compelling memoir, beneath the surface things were not so simple, and he had to fight all the way to get to the top. Initially, it was football that saved him from being sucked into the gang culture of his tough neighbourhood of Les Ulis in the suburbs of Paris. Then, once he achieved his dream of becoming a professional, he had to deal with racism and a notorious dispute with Luis Suarez; he also became a central figure in the infamous 'strike' by the France national team in the 2010 World Cup; and there was the moment he launched an attack against a Marseille fan while warming up. 'I Love This Game' has become Evra's catchphrase. Throughout this wonderful book, his passion for his sport shines through and there are revealing and entertaining behind-the-scenes insights about the players and managers he's worked with, from Sir Alex Ferguson to Paul Pogba, who knows him as Uncle Pat. With infectious enthusiasm and sharp observation, Evra takes the reader where few football autobiographies dare to tread.

Always Believe - The Autobiography of Olivier Giroud (Hardcover): Olivier Giroud, Dominique Rouch Always Believe - The Autobiography of Olivier Giroud (Hardcover)
Olivier Giroud, Dominique Rouch
R618 R506 Discovery Miles 5 060 Save R112 (18%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Always Believe is the gripping autobiography of Chelsea, Arsenal and France star Olivier Giroud. Join him on a remarkable journey, from playing for a small club in southern France to achieving top-flight glory there and in England, before lifting the World Cup with the French national team. Giroud shot to prominence in 2011/12 as the top scorer in France's Ligue 1, netting 21 goals to help Montpellier to their first-ever top-flight title. After signing for Arsenal in 2012, he rewarded the Gunners with 73 goals in 180 games and helped them to three FA Cup wins. He is also the French national team's second-highest scorer. Now at Chelsea, Giroud is still hungry for success. But what about the sacrifices he's made along the way? The pressures of being under the spotlight and having to cope with a constant stream of criticism and questions around his selection for the national side? Usually a private person, Giroud holds nothing back as he shares all the highs and lows of a stellar career at the game's top level in this tell-all book.

Get Shirty - The Rise & Fall of Admiral Sportswear (Paperback): Andy Wells Get Shirty - The Rise & Fall of Admiral Sportswear (Paperback)
Andy Wells
R497 R451 Discovery Miles 4 510 Save R46 (9%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days
Top Ten of Everything England - The Best of the Three Lions from Adams to Zamora (Hardcover): Clive Batty Top Ten of Everything England - The Best of the Three Lions from Adams to Zamora (Hardcover)
Clive Batty
R518 R422 Discovery Miles 4 220 Save R96 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Packed full of trivia, facts and stats, The Top 10 of Everything England covers every aspect of the Three Lions' long and colourful history in dozens of ranked lists. With a star cast of past and present internationals, the lists include the most inspirational skippers, the most prolific goalscorers, the great managers and the biggest stars in the England Women's team. Among the many memorable moments revisited are England's most iconic World Cup matches, the most celebrated wins against arch-rivals Scotland, the finest goals scored by the likes of Bobby Charlton, Gary Lineker and Wayne Rooney and the most appreciated own goals gifted by the opposition. Additionally, a host of miscellaneous categories rank England's best (and worst!) kits, the funniest fan chants, the most striking and controversial player tattoos and the bizarre incidents on and off the pitch that left supporters bewildered. Fun, informative and thought-provoking, The Top 10 of Everything England is guaranteed to spark lively debate among football fans everywhere.

101 Youth Football Coaching Sessions (Paperback): Tony Charles, Stuart Rook 101 Youth Football Coaching Sessions (Paperback)
Tony Charles, Stuart Rook
R471 Discovery Miles 4 710 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The first volume of the popular 101 Youth Football Coaching Sessions, part of the 101 Drills series and accompanied by 101 Youth Football Coaching Sessions Volume 2. The culmination of years of experience, this manual outlines comprehensive training sessions for young footballers, including warm-ups, skills training, games and final practice drills. Fun, educational and challenging, each session contains information on equipment needed, space required and how to organise the players. Ideal for teachers or coaches who are looking for a fully planned session, this contains everything you need to build up the skills of young players and ensure they have fun and remain safe.

British Football's Greatest Grounds Post Card Set: 1 (Postcard book or pack): Mike Bayly British Football's Greatest Grounds Post Card Set: 1 (Postcard book or pack)
Mike Bayly
R248 Discovery Miles 2 480 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Celebrate the stunning diversity of Britain's football landscape with this limited-edition postcard set of specially selected photos from Mike Bayly's best-selling book, British Football's Greatest Grounds. From grounds nestled in idyllic countryside to stadiums found amid big cities, these postcards transport you to some of the most scenic, historic and important football landmarks in Britain. From non-league to the Premier League, you'll see beautiful shots of the homes of Arthurlie, Ashton United, Aston Villa, Cambridge United, Great Yarmouth Town, Harwich & Parkeston, Hastings United, Luton Town, Maidenhead United, Mossley, QPR and Stourbridge. This outstanding collection of postcard photos, taken by acclaimed sports photographers, is sure to leave you planning a future football pilgrimage.

The Conquerors - How Carlo Ancelotti Made AC Milan World Champions (Hardcover): Dev Bajwa The Conquerors - How Carlo Ancelotti Made AC Milan World Champions (Hardcover)
Dev Bajwa
R584 R477 Discovery Miles 4 770 Save R107 (18%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

The Conquerors charts the rise, fall and resurgence of AC Milan across one of the club's most legendary eras. Fresh from a coaching baptism of fire at either end of the top Italian divisions, former club favourite Carlo Ancelotti returned to a then-disjointed Rossoneri dressing room as first-team manager in 2001. Out of sorts, out of form and out of touch with the standards set by the side in Ancelotti's day, AC Milan found a much-needed stabilising influence in the new coach, who helped them through a phase of transition. Though his impact wasn't immediate, nor without its share of dissenters, Ancelotti would ultimately return the team to its former glory. The Conquerors is a homage to one of the greatest club sides in football history. It's a story of incredible talent, iconic moments and the kind of improbable redemption usually reserved for Hollywood movie scripts.

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