Dribble!: The Unbelievable Encyclopaedia of Football

Dribble!: The Unbelievable Encyclopaedia of Football

by HarryPearson (Author)

Synopsis

Ten years in the making, Dribble! is an A-Z of credulity-twanging facts and stories about what Pele once memorably dubbed 'my bloody job'. It includes definitive explanations of everyday phrases such as 'the magic of the cup' and 'low centre of gravity'; a complete guide to becoming a terrace character and an in-depth account of how Roy Keane's pyjamas got him a smack on the nose ...It also addresses hitherto ignored aspects of the beautiful game, including its longstanding relationship with Country and Western. Johnny Cash dubbed himself 'The Man in Black' in homage to his idol, referee Arthur Ellis and wrote what is arguably the greatest song ever written about the life of an assistant referee - 'I Walk the Line'.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 288
Edition: Reprint
Publisher: Abacus
Published: 05 Nov 2009

ISBN 10: 034912244X
ISBN 13: 9780349122441
Book Overview: * A hilarious encyclopaedia of football myths, legends and cliches

Author Bio
Harry Pearson is a journalist and writer who contributes regularly to the GUARDIAN, GQ and WHEN SATURDAY COMES.