A Fanatic's Guide (Alan Black, David Henry Sterry)

A guide to the biggest sporting event in the world - for those who like their soccer with a side of kick-ass. The teams, the fans, the goals, the saves, the divas, the divers, the myths, the madness - they're all part of the world-wide spectacle that is soccer's ultimate tournament, and they're all here in this turbo­charged guide with a solid dose of humor. Packed with trivia, tall tales, stats, quizzes, and photos, The Glorious World Cup gives readers famous player profiles, villains, heroes, hooligans and hard men, on-field glory and off-field indiscretions, underdogs, overachievers, maniacs and miracles, commentary from famous fans - including Irvine Welsh, Po Bronson and Simon Kuper and look back at the greatest World Cup finals. Nice one!

Book: Paperback | 8.26 x 5.23in | 144 pages | ISBN 9780451230201 | 04 May 2010 | NAL | 18 - AND UP | gloriousworldcup.com