Back of the Net: 100 Golden Goals

Back of the Net: 100 Golden Goals

by Bill Edgar (Author), Bill Edgar (Author), Roddy Murray (Illustrator)

Synopsis

Whether it be from a surprise free kick or a never-ending dribble, a nonchalant lob or a volley on the run, the goal can be a thing of beauty and jaw-dropping skill. From Diego Maradona's weaving dribble against England to Wayne Rooney's astonishing bicycle kick against Man City, Back of the Net shows exactly what made these goals so great. Graphic illustrations break down each goal into its component parts, showing the angles of play plus the movements of all the key players and their positions on the pitch. Meanwhile commentary explains the background to the goals, the players and just what makes each goal so special. With sensational skills, football's biggest legends and the most exciting teams from around the world, Back of the Net shoots and scores as essential reading for every football fan.

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 208
Publisher: Yellow Jersey
Published: 04 Oct 2012

ISBN 10: 0224091603
ISBN 13: 9780224091602
Book Overview: Goooooooooooaaaaaaaaaalllllllllllllllll! 100 of the greatest ever goals recreated in forensic detail.

Media Reviews
Essential reading for football anoraks Woman & Home For those who like books that can be picked up and put down just a few minutes later, yet retain an interest for long after, Back of the Net is perfect... And that's the beauty of a book like this - even when it's not in your hand it sparks football's greatest debates -- Chris Lakey Eastern Daily Press A compendium of the best 100 goals ever scored The Times
Author Bio
Bill Edgar has been a football writer for The Times since 1997 and also writes for various magazines. He co-wrote the book A Football Fan's Guide to Europe in 2009. He lives in London with his wife and children. Roddy Murray is a freelance graphic artist and illustrator, now working primarily for The Times. Originally from Glasgow, he lives in London with his wife and two children.