From humble beginnings, the rise and fall and rise again of Southampton FC has been a real rollercoaster ride. The early days were a success in the Southern League but two FA Cup Final defeats were heartbreakers. But the Ted Bates era of the 60s were halcyon days for the club and they were promoted to the top flight. But it was the 70s and 80s that really put Southampton on the map. That barmy May day in 1976, when Lawrie McMenemy's side beat the great Manchester United in the FA Cup Final, is still the club's finest achievement. And the marquee signing of European Footballer of the Year Kevin Keegan from SV Hamburg in 1980 was one of the biggest transfer coups ever. And the second place Southampton achieved in Division One in 1983/84 remains the club's best ever league finish. But the dark days of relegation from the Premier League, administration, and a further relegation from the Championship cast a shadow over the club. This lovingly compiled book is a photographic celebration of Hampshire's greatest club, drawing on the thousands of outstanding pictures contained within the Daily Mirror's huge archive. All the club's legendary figures, from Wayman to Bates, Paine, McMenemy, Ball, Channon, Keegan, Shearer and Le Tissier are of course featured, but this is much more than a visual record of famous names and great games. It provides a unique, behind-the-scenes insight into the day-to-day atmosphere of a great club down the years. The nooks and crannies of the old intimate Dell and, more recently, their impressive St Mary's home, the players, the fans and the off-beat quirks and curiosities that help make Saints such a special club. Wonderfully nostalgic and hugely evocative, a must for all Southampton fans.
Club Histories
This limited edition hardback book provides an insight into the unique journey of one the most famous football clubs in the world Chelsea FC. Follow the incredible story charting the rise of the club from the origins of its founding father Gus Mears acquiring the Stamford Bridge Athletic Stadium to their scaling the top of English football. With in depth statistical information, additional career player retrospectives, a focus on the managers who have guided the club, including a special feature on Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte. This limited edition book looks at some of those historic moments in this unique collection through images and memorabilia. Fully updated to include Chelsea FCs incredible campaign and victory in the 2021 Champions League Final. A must for Chelsea fans across the world.
The book follows the club's extraordinary journey from its birth in the railway works of Newton Heath to its current status as Premier League and European champions. The key stages in United's history will, of course, be covered: the Munich Air Crash of 1958, which saw the best part of an entire team (the Busby Babes) being killed; becoming the first English team to win the European Cup in 1968 (with Bobby Charlton and George Best); the dominance of the club in the Premiership; the controversial sale to American tycoon Malcolm Glazer, right up to Moscow 2008. But by drawing on the recollections of everyone from players and managers to fans and backroom staff, Jim has unearthed enough new material to interest die-hard fans and casual supporters alike. A fascinating history of a remarkable football club, by one of Britain's best-known and most popular sports writers.
My Seventy Years of Spurs is veteran sportswriter Norman Giller's unique story of Tottenham Hotspur over the seven decades he has followed the Lilywhites. Norman saw the legendary 'push and run' side lift the league title in 1950/51, then as a press-box reporter he chronicled Tottenham's historic league and FA Cup double in 1960/61. He has been an eyewitness to all their triumphs and tribulations right up to the surreal 2020/21 season. Join him on a trip down White Hart memory lane in the company of each of the 21 managers who have been in charge during his 70 years as a supporter and reporter - from Arthur Rowe in the 1950s to the current master of the new Lane, Jose Mourinho. The book is introduced by Steve Perryman, captain of back-to-back FA Cup-winning Tottenham teams, who holds the club appearances record. My Seventy Years of Spurs provides an intimate and informative insight into the club from a renowned sportswriter who truly knows his Spurs.
This officially endorsed book, with the Foreword written by manager Pep Guardiola, traces the club's history from its formation in 1880, the trials and tribulation of growth, the name change to Manchester City 125 years ago, the battle to emerge from the shadow of Manchester United, the glory years of the 1930s and late 1960s, and the difficult period of relegation and promotion that followed, right through to the takeover by Sheikh Mansour that has helped turn the team into a super power of world football.
Written in a lively and informative style and illustrated with 150 dramatic action images and rare behind-the-scenes photographs, it includes profiles of the club's legendary players and important figures. Manchester City: The Official Illustrated History gives a unique insight into one of the world's greatest football clubs.
The summer of 1967 was Scottish football’s finest hour. Celtic won the European Cup. Rangers reached the final of the European Cup Winners’ Cup. Kilmarnock got to the semis of the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup. Scotland defeated world champions England at Wembley. It was the best of times. With one exception. Third Lanark Athletic Club, one of the country’s oldest and most successful football teams, a founder member of the Scottish Football Association, and to date one of only four teams to defeat both Rangers and Celtic in the Scottish Cup Final, played its final game. And hardly anybody seemed to notice. Why?
Michael McEwan brings rich archival research together with interviews with the key surviving players in the Third Lanark squad from that final season, as well as opposition players and other relevant figures from the era.
Over 50 years on, the demise of Third Lanark remains one of Scottish football's darkest hours – and, by ludicrous coincidence, it occurred in the midst of one of its brightest.
Ipswich Town has a long history and, since its foundation in 1878, has had a great deal of success, including as Football League champions in 1962 and winners of both the FA Cup (1978) and the UEFA Cup (1981). Two of its managers, Sir Alf Ramsey and Sir Bobby Robson, went on to achieve greatness in the game. As a result there have been several comprehensive club histories. This book is intended to be different from the traditional history of Ipswich Town Football Club. It is both a history of Ipswich Town and a social history - recording and exploring the relationship between the football club, the town of Ipswich and the wider county of Suffolk. Covering the period from 1878 to the present day, it uses the voices of people involved with the club, including supporters, players and former players, owners, administrators and local writers, to describe the club's history within its social context, how changes have affected the club and how developments in football itself have made an indelible impact upon both the football club and the local community.
A birthday cake with 130 candles on it would light up Anfield, but not as much as the players, managers and supporters of Liverpool FC have done.
Five years ago, a bestselling title called ‘LFC 125: An Alternative History’ was published to celebrate the club’s anniversary and now, as we approach another milestone, this popular book has been updated with new stories.
If you’re thinking this is a drab trawl through 130 years of history then think again. This 480-page hardback book takes readers on a rather different journey through time. It’s about people. It’s about moments. Places. Managers. Trophies. Tragedies. Medals. Away days. Forgotten nights. Banners. Goals. Goalies. Hat-tricks. Heroes. Villains. Secret missions. Kits. Songs. Legends. Legacies. Derbies. Pubs. Liver Birds. Celebrations. Mosaics. Memorabilia. Memories. Kopites. It’s about 130 varied things that made Liverpool FC the successful, iconic, fabled football club that is loved by millions around the globe, but told in a completely different way as this official anniversary book brings to life the unique story of one of the game’s most famous, successful clubs.
As Jurgen Klopp and his team compete for more honours, ‘LFC 130: An Alternative History’ will appeal to the many thousands of Liverpool fans wanting to revel in the club’s history.
The Rangers Story is a celebration of the rich history of Rangers Football Club, one of the oldest and most successful football clubs.
It tells the story of a special city, the birth of football and of a club revered by fans across the world.Written from meticulous research and interviews with many players, managers and other key characters involved in the club and features previously unpublished accounts of the club’s formation.
Drawing on 36 years of research, author David Mason tells of the triumphs - a record number of Scottish championships and victory in Europe - and of the people who built this great club and its traditions including Struth, Souness, Smith, Gerrard, Gascoigne and many more.
Leeds United AFC was formed in 1919 following the disbanding of Leeds City FC by the Football League. The team took over the Elland Road stadium and have won three First Division League titles, one FA Cup and one League Cup. The club also won two Inter-Cities Fairs cups. The majority of the honours were won under the management of Don Revie in the golden age of the 1960s and ’70s. In Leeds United: A History, author Dave Tomlinson relates the complete and definitive history of the club from foundation to the present day. He reveals the voices of the people involved with the club, including supporters, players and former players, owners, administrators and local writers, to describe the club’s history within its social context, how changes have affected the club and how developments in football itself have made an indelible impact upon both the football club and the wider community. This is a must-have for any fan of the ‘Mighty Whites’.
This Illustrated Limited Edition Hardback Book provides an insight into the unique story of Celtic FC one the most famous football clubs in the world. Follow the authoritative text charting a nostalgia-packed journey through the clubs evolution from its beginnings via a formally constituted meeting in St. Mary s church hall in East Rose Street, Calton, Glasgow, by Irish Marist Brother Walfrid on 6 November 1887 to the club that became the kings of Europe and the team that has never been relegated from the Scottish Premiership. With player career retrospectives and in depth statistical information, together with a feature on Jock Stein and the other managers who have guided the club. This Limited Edition Book looks at the special moments in Celtics history using rare photographs and images.
