The Striker and the Clock

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Exploring the duality of joy and pain in athletics, this book presents an intimate look at the life of a professional female soccer player who experienced the sport across six teams and countries. Structured in ninety short passages mirroring the duration of a soccer match, it serves as both a tribute to the game and a commentary on the evolving landscape of women's soccer. Through vivid prose, it captures the essence of an athlete's journey, portraying her as an artist grappling with the balance between passion and self.