The Most Incredible True Football Stories
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Football is the world’s favourite game where there’s everything to play for and anything can happen. But football has a special place in the hearts of the English. From the great events that have gone down in history, including the cherished 1966 World Cup win, to our forgotten heroes (such as our beloved 24-stone goalkeeper) and the down-right ridiculous (like the time captain Bryan Robson injured his toe trying to get Gazza out of bed), this book documents the most incredible, unbelievable stories from the beautiful game.
*CELEBRATE THE WORLD CUP WITH THESE UNBELIEVABLE AND COMPLETELY TRUE ENGLAND FOOTBALL STORIES*
Think you know everything about the Three Lions and the Lionesses?
Have you heard of . . .
*The naughty pitch-invading dog that stole the show at the 1962 World Cup?
*The English amateurs who achieved Olympic gold?
*The spy who snuck into training?
*The incredible comeback of the England women’s team?
*The infamous World Cup handball that sealed England’s fate?
*The Lost Lionesses who made it big in Mexico?
The beautiful game has always reigned supreme in England. These incredible and sometimes ridiculous stories may give you some idea of why. From penalty pain to unbelievable comebacks, discover some of the best true tales of our beloved national teams.
Compiled by bestselling author Matt Oldfield, this is the third book in the award-winning Unbelievable Football series and the perfect World Cup gift for football fans everywhere.
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