Nadzieje, wzloty i upadki. Kompletna historia reprezentacji Anglii! 30 listopada 1872 roku Anglia zagrała z Szkocją na stadionie Hamilton Crescent w Glasgow, co uznawane jest za pierwsze międzynarodowe spotkanie w historii futbolu. To wydarzenie zapoczątkowało ponad tysiąc meczów reprezentacji Albionu oraz narodowe zauroczenie, które trwa do dziś. Książka, oparta na wywiadach z byłymi i obecnymi reprezentantami, takimi jak Viv Anderson, Gary Lineker czy Alan Shearer, przedstawia barwny obraz historii angielskiej drużyny narodowej, ukazując zarówno jej triumfy, jak mistrzostwa świata w 1966 roku, jak i upadki, w tym kontrowersje z przeszłości. Hayward ożywia postaci, takie jak Stanley Matthews czy Bobby Moore, a także współczesnych idoli, jak Paul Gascoigne czy David Beckham. Autor, z wprawą psychologa, bada traumy reprezentacji, analizując zmarnowane pokolenia i nadmierne ambicje. Książka to nie tylko historia drużyny, ale także refleksja nad miejscem futbolu w świadomości narodowej. Paul Hayward, znany dziennikarz sportowy, przedstawia 150 lat historii angielskiej piłki, łącząc pozornie odległe fakty i ukazując, że mecz to więcej niż tylko gra. To kompleksowe dzieło, które zachwyca krytycznym podejściem i głębokim zrozumieniem tematu.
Paul Hayward Book order (chronological)
The definitive story of the England men's football team, as told by one of the nation's best sports writers
This celebratory, revealing, and entertaining autobiography chronicles the extraordinary career of the greatest manager in British soccer history. Over four years, Alex Ferguson reflects on his journey from the tough shipyard areas of Govan to his retirement after 27 years at Manchester United, where he led the team to its 13th Premier League title. Widely regarded as the finest manager in the sport, Ferguson witnessed monumental changes at Manchester United, yet the quality of his league-winning squads remained a constant. His tenure included a second Champions League victory in 2008 and the establishment of a purposeful, welcoming culture that has endured. Ferguson discusses navigating these changes and the evolution of Manchester United into a global sports powerhouse. He shares poignant farewells to players like Roy Keane and David Beckham, details the challenge of building a new Champions League side around stars like Ronaldo and Rooney, and reflects on intense rivalries with teams such as Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea, and City. Additionally, he offers insights into the psychology of management and reveals his passions and interests beyond soccer.
Sir Bobby Robson, national icon and widely admired footballing legend, tells his life story. Revered in Newcastle and the North-East, Sir Bobby Robson is a man whose fame knows no boundaries and who enjoys phenomenal popularity. His playing days with Fulham and West Brom in the 1950s and 60s, his twenty England caps and his brilliant management career over the past thirty-eight years mean that he has inspired generations of fans. He has been witness to some of the most historic sporting moments throughout his incredible career, and in his book remembers epic incidents from the 'Hand of God' to the tears of Gazza. He also relives leading England through two World Cups, and the pain of coming within a penalty kick of the 1990 World Cup final. Sir Bobby's story is a rich and diverse one and this autobiography will celebrate his remarkable life.