The Times 50 Greatest Football Matches

Author : Richard Whitehead
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2019-03-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780750991155

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The Times 50 Greatest Football Matches by Richard Whitehead Pdf

From the earliest FA Cup finals in the 1870s between teams of former public schoolboys to the glittering world of 21st-century Champions League matches contested by squads of millionaires, The Times has been at pitchside to write the history of football as it has happened. It is story of great matches: Hungary's historic victory over England at Wembley in 1953, Manchester United's triumph over Benfica in the 1968 European Cup final, Brazil's thrashing of Italy in the 1970 World Cup final, Liverpool's remarkable recovery to win the Champions League in Istanbul in 2005. It is a story of dazzling individual performances: Stanley Matthews finally winning an FA Cup winners' medal at Wembley in 1953, Bobby Moore giving a masterclass in the art of defending for England against Brazil in the 1970 World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo's virtuoso performance as Real Madrid won the 2017 Champions League. It is a story of national highs and lows, from Wembley in 1966 when England ruled the world after defeating West Germany to the humiliation of losing to Iceland in the 2016 European Championship. But above all it is a story of great players, great managers and great personalities in a sport that grips the attention of the world like no other.

Author : Phillip M Drake
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2021-09-28
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798485993870

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The Beautiful Games by Phillip M Drake Pdf

From World Cup finals to Premier League finales, to Champions League epics, in this book, we revisit some of the matches that have stood the test of time, have gone down in history as some of the most talked-about and fondly remembered. Those matches that you wish you had been there. Well now you can, as we count down the 50 greatest football matches ever played. Featuring the likes of England, Brazil, Italy, Germany, Liverpool, Manchester United, AC Milan, Napoli, Inter, Real Madrid, Barcelona, Manchester City and many more... Each match has been selected on its own merit and includes the thoughts of those who were lucky enough to either take part or witness it, such as Alf Ramsey, George Best, Pele, Neymar, Lionel Messi, and Michel Platini amongst others.

Author : Edited by Richard Whitehead
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2019-11-21
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780750993531

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The Times England's World Cup by Edited by Richard Whitehead Pdf

The Cricket World Cup in 2019 was the first to be held in England for 20 years and expectations were high. It did not disappoint. Over six weeks and 48 matches it showcased the best that the one-day game has to offer, with compelling individual performances and spellbinding matches – all culminating in England's unforgettable victory over New Zealand in the final. The Times England's World Cup gives you a chance to relive the drama as it happened with the best of cricket writers.

Author : Chris Slegg,Patricia Gregory
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 307 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2021-05-06
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780750997713

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A History of the Women's FA Cup Final by Chris Slegg,Patricia Gregory Pdf

A History of the Women's FA Cup Final is an exhaustive account of fifty finals, from the first (on a bumpy field inside an athletics stadium) to the fiftieth (at Wembley, televised to millions), complete with match reports and interviews with some of the greatest players ever to grace the pitch. Every women's FA Cup Final goal scorer can be confirmed in one place for the first time, and the achievements of previously unknown record holders can at last be fully recognised. But this is more than just a stats book; it is a tribute to the pioneers of the game, who fought to overturn a fifty-year ban on female players and who paved the way for the incredible game we have today.

Author : Ryan Baldi
Publisher : Birlinn Ltd
Page : 383 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2023-10-05
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781913538965

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They Always Score by Ryan Baldi Pdf

'Fascinating and original ... will tell you things even the most ardent United fan will not know' - Jim White, The Telegraph On 26 May 1999, Manchester United sealed their historic Treble of league, FA Cup and Champions League in the most dramatic fashion imaginable, scoring twice in stoppage time to snatch an unthinkable victory from Bayern Munich at the Camp Nou in Barcelona. The story of what happened on the pitch is well known, enshrined in the annals of football history. But less in known about how this rollercoaster campaign played out behind the scenes. Thanks to unparalleled insight gleaned from hundreds of exclusive interviews, with United players, coaches, opponents, backroom personnel, club staff, journalists and commentators , They Always Score: The Unforgettable, Improbable, Iconic Story of Manchester United's Treble Winners peels back the curtain to give readers the most comprehensive, illuminating and entertaining picture ever painted of one of the all-time great sports teams.

Author : Gary Lineker,Ivor Baddiel
Publisher : Puffin
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2023-07-06
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0241642523

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50 Times Football Changed the World by Gary Lineker,Ivor Baddiel Pdf

From football legend, Gary Lineker, comes a collection of truly uplifting, empowering and extraordinary football stories that have inspired him throughout his career. Have you heard about the most controversial goal in world cup history? Or about the women's team who showed the world that football truly is for everyone? And I bet you didn't know about the team that won a match without scoring a single goal? Written with author and TV writer Ivor Baddiel, in this fun and fact-packed book, Gary Lineker shares 50 of his favourite football moments that highlight the many awe-inspiring, heart-warming and eye-opening moments that have changed the game - and sometimes the world - forever. From pioneering players, trailblazing managers, and incredible tales both on and off the pitch, this book contains everything you ever wanted to know about the beautiful game. And with Gamechanger Awards presented by Gary to incredible teams and players throughout, this is the ultimate gift for young footie fans everywhere.

Author : Geoff Hurst
Publisher : Icon Books Ltd
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2014-11-06
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781906850807

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Geoff Hurst's 50 Greatest Footballers of All Time by Geoff Hurst Pdf

Half a century on from his Wembley hat-trick, England World Cup winner Sir Geoff Hurst risks controversy as he narrows down football's finest to a select 50. Which of his 1966 teammates have earned their place among the all-time greats? Would he have had Franz Beckenbauer in his XI ahead of Bobby Moore? What are his memories of playing against Pelé and Eusébio? And which England stars of later generations would Sir Geoff have loved to play alongside? With first-hand tales of former teammates and rivals, along with tributes to those he's admired from the terraces, Geoff Hurst's Greats is essential reading for football fans of all ages.

Author : Robert W. Cohen
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2018-09-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781493035663

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The 50 Greatest Players in New York Giants Football History by Robert W. Cohen Pdf

The New York Giants joined the National Football League back in 1925, and have since been one of the league’s flagship franchises. The Giants have appeared in nineteen NFL championship games—more than any other team—and have won eight league championships. Iconic figures such as Eli Manning, Phil Simms, Harry Carson, Michael Strahan, and Frank Gifford have all played for the Giants. Twenty-five players who spent at least one full season with the Giants have been inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame, and fifteen of those men spent the majority of their careers playing for the team. This book carefully measures the careers of those players who made the greatest impact on the team. The ranking was determined by such factors as the extent to which each player added to the Giants’ legacy, the degree to which he impacted the fortunes of his team, and the level of dominance he attained while wearing the Big Blue uniform. Features of The 50 Greatest Players in New York Giants Football History include: Each player’s notable achievements Recaps of the player’s most memorable performances Summaries of each player’s best season Quotes from former teammates and opposing players Football fans will find The 50 Greatest Players in New York Giants Football History a fascinating collection of bios, stats, recaps, quotes, and more. And with such iconic figures as Lawrence Taylor, Emlen Tunnell, Roosevelt Brown, and Mel Hein leading the list, this book is sure to inspire debate and controversy among true Giants supporters.

Author : Larry Matysik
Publisher : ECW Press
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2013-03-14
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781770903050

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50 Greatest Professional Wrestlers of All Time by Larry Matysik Pdf

No-holds-barred, honest, and objective, this is a definitive look at the greatest pro wrestlers who ever stepped through the ropes. Blending the old and the new and delving into what made these 50 remarkable performers the best in their sport, this guide illustrates their contributions to the massively popular spectacle of the wrestling world. The antidote to the marketing-motivated claims made by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) is provided here, sweeping aside the corporate profit motive of listing standouts who can sell DVDs and dolls and instead shooting from the hip, revealing who sincerely belongs among the cream of the crop. The complexity of choosingØ¡nd rankingØ´he 50 finest ever from a strong group of talented candidates also spins a secondary tale about the evolution of pro wrestling and how this unique sport operates. Revealing these starsÒ compelling stories in detail, this collection adds up to an entertaining and enlightening description of a monumental business through the history of its legends.

Author : Robert W. Cohen
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2018-09-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781493033584

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The 50 Greatest Players in New England Patriots Football History by Robert W. Cohen Pdf

Perhaps even more than the Boston Red Sox, the New England Patriots are the team of the entire northeast from Rhode Island to Canada. Here, sports historian Robert W. Cohen ranks the 50 best players to ever take the field for the Patriots. Who can forget Wes Welker, Troy Brown, Jim Nance, Ted Bruschi, and Tom Brady. They're all here in this fascinating collection of bios, stats, quotes from opposing players and former teammates, photographs, and recaps of memorable performances and seasons. This book is a must-read not only for Patriots fans, but for all fans of professional football.

Author : Richard Whitehead,Henry Winter
Publisher : Collins
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2023-01-04
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 000854784X

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The Times World Cup Moments by Richard Whitehead,Henry Winter Pdf

Pairing epic sports photography with articles from The Times and The Sunday Times archive, this volume brings together 100 of the most iconic moments from World Cup history. With striking, full-colour photograph

Author : Reynold Godwin Pereira
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2023-03-03
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789811268496

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Uncle Choo: Singapore's Greatest Football Coach by Reynold Godwin Pereira Pdf

Choo Seng Quee is arguably Singapore's greatest football coach. He brought Singapore football to great heights, especially during the 1970s. This larger-than-life footballing icon had already made a name for himself as a no-nonsense defender during the 1930s helping Singapore win the Malaya Cup on two occasions.World War II disrupted his promising playing career, and after the war, he switched to coaching. In a coaching career spanning almost 30 years, he had several spells as coach of the Singapore national team (in addition to also coaching the Malaysian and Indonesian teams). Though his coaching methods were 'old school', based on hard work and discipline, success followed him wherever he went.His brash manner, unfortunately, did not endear well with the powers who ran the Singapore Amateur Football Association (SAFA), a predecessor of the Football Association of Singapore (FAS). This led him being thrown into football wilderness on several occasions. But that did not stop him from progressing in his coaching career. The football administrators from Malaysia and Indonesia took advantage of these moments of 'unemployment' by offering him financially attractive contracts to coach their respective teams, leading to years of success while Choo Seng Quee was at the helm.This is the incredible story of this legend known to many as simply 'Uncle Choo' who instilled a sense of patriotism in his players. To him, wearing the Singapore jersey was a badge of honour.

Author : Jim Murphy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Soccer
ISBN : 1849546983

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Ten Football Matches that Changed the World by Jim Murphy Pdf

Author : Robert W. Cohen
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2021-08-20
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781493062898

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The 50 Greatest Players in San Francisco 49ers History by Robert W. Cohen Pdf

The San Francisco 49ers have one of the best records in NFL history, with 20 division championships, seven conference titles, and five Super Bowl championships. On a team with outstanding talent each year, who among its past and present players could be ranked as the 50 greatest? Who would occupy the coveted #1 spot? Jerry Rice? Ronnie Lott? Joe Montana? Steve Young? Robert Cohen, has his own take on the matter and in a book that is bound to inspire conversation if not controversy, ranks who he believes are the greatest players from 1-50, with 25 honorable mentions.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Spring Publishing Pte Ltd
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2013-10-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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