¿Lo mandaron al banco de suplentes por un tweet?

La noticia más graciosa del fin de semana en la Premier League la protagonizaron Harry Redknapp y Jermain Defoe (DT y jugador del Tottenham Hotspur, respectivamente).

Antes del encuentro Tottenham - Newcastle, una cuenta falsa de Twitter con el nombre de Defoe aseguraba que iba a ser titular.

Finalmente, el delantero del equipo de Londres fue al banco de suplentes. Cuando le preguntaron a Redknapp si la suplencia de Defoe había sido producto de un castigo por el supuesto tweet del futbolista, el técnico afirmó: “No se lo que es eso. No tengo idea de lo que es un tweet. No entiendo todo esto de tweetear y facebookear. Yo no lo entiendo porque vivo en otro mundo, por eso no se si él lo ha tweeteado o no”.

Defoe ingresó en el segundo tiempo para sellar el 2-1 parcial a favor de los Spurs (terminaría 2-2) frente al sorprendente Newcastle de los argentinos Coloccini y Jonás Gutierrez (marchan invictos y en puesto de Champions). Jermain es el goleador del equipo junto al holandés Van der Vaart (3 goles cada uno).

Redknapp maneja el conjunto londinense desde 2008 y lo ha hecho excepcionalmente bien hasta ahora. Hoy en día, ocupa una plaza clasificatoria para la Europa League (con un partido menos) y ha logrado mantener un plantel muy competitivo. Pudo retener a los cracks Modric y Bale para conformar uno de los mejores mediocampos del mundo: Lennon y Bale por las bandas, Parker y Modric en el doble pivote, y Van der Vaart de enlace. Planteo superofensivo a pesar de jugar con Adebayor como único punta (lo trajeron para reemplazar a Crouch). Además cuenta con interesantes variantes en ataque como Pavlyuchenko, Gio Dos Santos, y Defoe.

Resulta imposible ganar la Premier disputada entre los equipos de Manchester y el Chelsea. Por eso, los objetivos de Harry en la temporada se centran en volver a jugar la Champions y en llegar lo más lejos posible en la Europa League (el jueves enfrentan a el Rubin Kazan ruso).

La Champions pasada alcanzó los cuartos de final donde fueron eliminados por el Real Madrid. La distracción en la copa hizo que el club no se dedicara de lleno a la Premier, por lo que obtuvieron el premio consuelo de entrar a la Europa League.

Tanto la biografía de Redknapp, como la de Defoe, junto a todos los libros sobre la Premier League, los conseguís en LIBROFUTBOL.com

Aquí, las tapas de los protagonistas de la nota:

Fuente: http://soccernet.espn.go.com/news/story/_/id/970580/redknapp-unaware-of-defoe-twitter-stir?cc=3888

NO-ONE LIKES US, WE DON´T CARE

Libro sobre la barra brava del Millwall, una de las más temibles de Inglaterra junto a la del West Ham

Precio: $119 (28,40 U$S)
Título: NO-ONE LIKES US, WE DON´T CARE: TRUE STORIES FROM MILLWALL, BRITAIN´S MOST NOTORIOUS FOOTBALL HOOLIGANS
Autor: WOODS, ANDREW
Idioma: INGLES
ISBN: 9781843583301

Descripción: Meet the UK's most notorious football hooligans. Author Andrew Woods has come face-to-face with Millwall's most famous firm and now, for the first time, the Bushwackers reveal all about their bloodiest battles and fiercest rivalries - in their own words. But among the camaraderie, the battles of wits with the police and the exhilarating toe-to-toe run-ins with the opposition, this book also examines the history of hooliganism and why measures brought in to combat violence have failed. Packed with hilarious characters. shocking tales and plenty of excitement, no stone is left unturned in this journey into the dark side of football. With stories from the 1960s to the present day - including the infamous Luton riot of 1985, the 'Mad Season' of 2001/02 and the ongoing war with West Ham's ICF - No-one Likes Us, We Don't Care is the ultimate collection of tales from the terraces.

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ROBIN VAN PERSIE: THE BIOGRAPHY

Biografía sobre Robin Van Persie de Andy Lloyd -Williams

Precio: $149 (35,56 U$S)
Título: ROBIN VAN PERSIE: THE BIOGRAPHY
Autor: LLOYD-WILLIAMS, ANDY
Idioma: INGLES
ISBN: 9781843583769
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Descripción: Robin van Persie is one of the most talented players in world football today. An intelligent playmaker and deadly striker, he brings creativity and intelligence to Arsenal's forward line and is the first name on the Netherlands team sheet. Signed by Arsene Wenger in the summer of 2004 with a view to replace Dutch legend Dennis Bergkamp, Van Persie quickly established himself as an integral part of Wenger's talented side, initially plying his trade on the left side of midfield. Playing alongside the likes of Thierry Henry, Robert Pires and Patrick Viera, Van Persie was duly inducted into the 'Arsenal way' and developed into one of the most creative, competitive and intelligent players in the Premier League. Scoring what Wenger called the 'goal of a lifetime' against Charlton in 2006, Van Persie was asked to lead the Arsenal line following Henry's departure to Barcelona in the summer of 2007, and it wasn't long before the Dutchman inherited Bergkamp's number 10 jersey and became an integral part of the next generation of Arsenal greats.

Sobre el autor: Andy Lloyd-Williams grew up watching local sides Bashley and AFC Bournemouth with his father, Gwynne. He is passionate about all levels of football as a result. At the tender age of 16, Andy wrote his first report for The Southern Echo and never looked back. He studied Media and Communication Studies at Swansea University before picking up NCTJ news and sports qualifications at journalism hotbed Harlow College. Andy was a staff journalist for his beloved AFC Bournemouth throughout their 2009/10 promotion season, and is currently learning his trade at the famous Hayters sports agency in London.

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ROBINHO - KING OF CITY

Biografía sobre Robinho de Peter Smith

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Título: ROBINHO: KING OF CITY
Autor: SMITH, PETER
Idioma: INGLES
ISBN: 9781844548293
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Descripción: Robson de Souza - known to football fans worldwide as Robinho - is one of the most exciting young players ever to grace the English Premier League. The Brazilian superstar of Real Madrid was signed by Manchester City in 2008 in a British record-breaking £34.8 million deal and quickly became a firm favourite with the Eastland's faithful. From his childhood in the slums of Sao Vicente to the kidnap of his mother in 2004, his personal life has been packed with as much drama as his performances on the pitch. Robinho: King of the City tells the fascinating story of this striker.

Sobre el autor: Peter Smith graduated from the University of Brighton with a degree in Sports Journalism. He was a senior writer at London's Sport Magazine and has contributed to a number of newspapers, magazines and websites including SkySports.com, NME and City AM.

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ROONEY TUNES

Biografía sobre Wayne Rooney:  "ROONEY TUNES"  de Mike Parry

Precio: $149 (35,56 U$S)

Título: ROONEY TUNES

Autor: MIKE PARRY

Idioma: INGLES

ISBN: 9781844542680

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Descripción: He's the most talented striker in Britain - if not the world - today. He has been likened to football legend Pele and has burst onto the international scene with a blistering performance in Euro 2004. At just 20 years old he has given his international side the cohesion and the drive that they need to propel them to the top of any tournament. Wayne Rooney has truly become England's hero. This book contains everything that any fan would ever want to know about this exceptional young man: from his early family life and childhood kickarounds in the park, to his apprenticeship with the Everton youth team, his love for girlfriend Coleen, his move to Man Utd, and how he has coped with suddenly being thrust into the harsh glare of the world's media. The author even says that Wayne Rooney saved his life twice - find out how inside! This is a must-read for any football fan; with wonderful interviews with the star himself.

Sobre el autor: Mike Parry currently presents the weekend breakfast show on talkSport radio. Mike is an avid Everton supporter - historically three generations of his family have supported the Toffees, in fact Dixie Dean was his grandfather's best mate.

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JT - CAPTAIN, LEADER, LEGEND - THE BIOGRAPHY OF JOHN TERRY

Biografía sobre John Terry de Ollie Derbyshire

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Título: JT: CAPTAIN, LEADER, LEGEND. THE BIOGRAPHY OF JOHN TERRY
Autor: DERBYSHIRE, OLLIE
Idioma: INGLES
ISBN: 9781844549146
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Descripción: John Terry, footballing legend and Chelsea hero, graduated from Chelsea youth academy to become an international star. His imposing strength, natural skill and bulldog spirit have made him the backbone of both Chelsea and England's staunch defences. Born in London, and raised through the Chelsea youth teams, Terry's extraordinary talent soon had him replacing World Cup winner Frank Leboeuf to become a first team favourite amongst the Stamford Bridge faithful. But Terry's progress has not all been plain sailing. In 2002, when he was on the verge of realising his dream of playing for England after some outstanding displays in the under-21 team, he was involved in an incident outside a nightclub. With his career in the balance, Terry battled back and, having been cleared of any charges, he became stronger than ever before. Now an indomitable force in the national side, Terry was a fundamental figure in England's 2006 World Cup campaign, and one of the few players actually to enhance his reputation in the tournament. Handed the captain's armband under Jose Mourinho's inspirational new regime, backed by Roman Abramovich's formidable buying power, Terry is proof that some qualities simply can't be bought. A bid from rivals Manchester City in 2009 would lead nowehere: Terry is Chelsea through and through. Leading the Blues to win the FA Cup in 2009, along with back-to-back Premiership titles from 2004-2006, Terry's immense leadership skills have earned him the respect of his fellow pros and fans alike. Having also been presented with the ultimate honour of captaining his country through the 2010 World Cup, Chelsea and England's world class stopper is sure to be giving strikers sleepless nights for years to come.

Sobre el autor: Ollie Derbyshire grew up with an almost unhealthy obsession for football which he now controls by writing about the most talented players on the planet. Born in 1979, Ollie studied at St Catherine's College, Oxford, and currently lives in London.

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JERMAIN DEFOE - THE BIOGRAPHY

Biografía sobre Jermain Defoe de Michael Perkin

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Título: JERMAIN DEFOE: THE BIOGRAPHY
Autor: PERKIN, MICHEAL
Idioma: INGLES
ISBN: 9781843582526
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Descripción: Jermain Defoe is one of the most exciting and engimatic footballers in the English Premier League. From his early career at Charlton via Portsmouth, Tottenham and England, Defoe's incredible skill and finishing has won him legions of fans. Joining the Charlton youth academy aged 14, Defoe made a controversial move to West Ham, where he turned professional at the age of just 16. Three years later, following a loan spell at Bournemouth where he achieved the incredible feat of scoring 10 goals in 10 consecutive games, he was West Ham's top scorer as the club secured a seventh-place finish in the Premier League. in 2004, Defoe's prodigious talent took him to Tottenham, where he continued to dazzle with vital goals and stunning performances. The arrival of Darren Bent in 2007 put pressure on Defoe to fight for his place in the first team, however, and in January 2008 he signed to Portsmouth for GBP6million. Although he scorned in each of his first five games for the club, and also scored in Portsmouth's first ever appearance in a major European competition, Defoe returned to Spurs in January 2009, following manager Harry Redknapp's move to the North London club. Fans were delighted and they were soon rewarded as Defoe continued in a rich vein of goalscoring form. On 22 November 2009, Defoe became only the third player in Premier League history to score five goals in the same match, as Spurs trashed Wigan 9-1, prompting Harry Redknapp to hail him as the greatest finisher in the country. Defoe has also contributed vital goals and impressive performances for England. Having been controversially left out of Sven-Goran Eriksson's squad for the World Cup in 2006, Defoe staked his claim for a regular international place under Steve McClaren and fought his way into Fabio Capello's squad for the 2010 World Cup.

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HARRY REDKNAPP - THE BIOGRAPHY

Biografía sobre Harry Redknapp por Les Roopanarine

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Título: HARRY REDKNAPP: THE BIOGRAPHY
Autor: LES ROOPANARINE
Idioma: INGLES
ISBN: 9781844548064
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Descripción: Harry Redknapp is one of the biggest and best-loved characters in English football. From West Ham to Bournemouth, Portsmouth to Tottenham, legions of fans regard him as one of the game's true legends. Signing for West Ham United as a 17-year-old in 1964, Redknapp went on to make 149 top-flight appearances for the club. In 1972 he moved to Bournemouth and played 101 times before returning in 1982 to take up his first coaching role, as asststant manager, stepping up to take the reins as manager after helping the club avoid relegation from the Football League. A major car accident in 1990 forced him to rethink his career options and, disillusioned with life at Bournemouth, he made the switch to another of his former clubs, West Ham. In an eight-year association with the club he was instrumental in bringing top players like Rio Ferdinand, Joe Cole, Michael Carrick and his own nephew Frank Lampard through the youth academy ranks. Redknapp then headed to Portsmouth, gaining promotion in 2003 and keeping them in the top flight the following season. Off the field things were less rosy, and disagreements with owner Milan Mandaric saw him make a controversial move to bitter rivals Southampton in late 2004. This time he was unable to work his magic, and Southampton were relegated from the Premier League for the first time in 27 years. Redknapp resigned after just a year in the job, courting controversy yet again with a return to Portsmouth. He arrived in the middle of a relegation dogfight, but Portsmouth survived and the followijng season Redknapp led the side to their highest league placing in almost 50 years. Tipped to take the helm at Newcastle United in January 2008, Redknapp instead remained at Portsmouth, steering the club to their first FA Cup victory in 69 yeras with a 1-0 win over Cardiff City. Despite this success, Redknapp joined Tottenham Hotspur in October 2008, taking over from beleaguered boss Juande Ramos. Within two weeks Spurs were out of the relegation zone, cementing his status as 'Harry Houdini', master of the great escape. He has since notched up victories against Liverpool and Manchester City, and led the club to the semi-finals of the Carling Cup.

Sobre el autor: Les Roopanarine is a freelance sports journalist who writes for newspapers including rhe Guardian and the Sunday Telegraph. He has written a number of sports books.

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GARY NEVILLE - THE BIOGRAPHY

Biografía sobre Gary Neville de Tom Oldfield

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Título: GARY NEVILLE - THE STORY OF A LEGEND
Autor: OLDFIELD, TOM
Idioma: INGLES
ISBN: 9781844543885
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Descripción: Gary Neville is a club legend. A loyal Red Devil, and a rock upon which many successful seasons and campaigns have been built, he is one of Manchester United's most experienced players. Making his senior debut for the club in the UEFA Cup in 1994, he has worked the right side of Old Trafford tirelessly for the past 14 years. Starting at the club as a schoolboy in 1991, at an age where his natural sporting talent could have steered him in other directions, he quickly cemented his position in what would prove to be Alex Ferguson's strongest ever team. Going on to help the side win the treble in 1999, Neville was a key part of the only English team ever to have achieved this remarkable feet. His steely determination in the tackle, terrier-like harassing of opposing wingers, and his consistency of passing, coupled with a turn of pace sufficient to keep up with the quickest strikers in the Premiership, have contributed o his making over 500 appearances for his club and 80 appearances for England where he has proved time and time again that he can compete with the world's top players. Taking over the captaincy from the departing Roy Keane in the 2005/6 season, his commitment and hunger to bring silverware to Old Trafford has never been greater that it is now. Rarely injured, he is one of the club's most stalwart defenders. His famous long throw-ins have rattled defences the world over, as has his link up play with his midfield counterparts. On the pitch, he display's a 'never say die' attitude which has earned him respect from fans and from time to time admonishment from the F.A. A solid team-mate and a good friend to some of the most high-profile players in the world game, he's a key figure for his club and coountry on and off the pitch.

Sobre el autor: Tom Oldfield is a freelance sports journalist specialising in football. He has written for several newspapers and magazines.

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DEADLY DIMITAR - THE BIOGRAPHY

Biografía sobre Dimitar Berbatov de Chris Davies

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Título: DEADLY DIMITAR - THE BIOGRAPHY
Autor: DAVIES, CHRIS
Idioma: INGLES
ISBN: 9781844545698
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Descripción: Manchester United FC has a roll-call of some of the most supremely gifted footballers in the history of English football. And in September 2008, the ranks were joined by prolific Bulgarian forward Dimitar Berbatov - who, signing for a massive transfer fee of over £30 million, became the sixth most expensive player in football history. Deadly Dimitar is an in-depth look at the life and career of Bulgaria's five-time Footballer of the Year and favourite sporting son - and one of the biggest natural talents in English football.

Sobre el autor: Chris Davies recently graduated from the University of Brighton with a degree in Sport Journalism. His passions include football, rugby union, travel and sports writing.

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CESC FABREGAS: YOUNG GUN

Biografía sobre Cesc Fabregas: "YOUNG GUN"  de Tom Oldfield

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Título: THE BIOGRAPHY OF CESC FABREGAS: YOUNG GUN
Autor: TOM OLDFIELD
Idioma: INGLES
ISBN: 9781844546428
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Descripción: Francese Fabregas Soler - known to football fans worldwide as Cesc Fabregas - is one of the most exciting young talents in football today. A gifted playmaker with a maturity beyond his years, he has already established himself as a vital part of the Arsenal first team, bringing skill, vision and incredible creativity to Arsene Wenger's young side. His amazing story shows how he matured into a strong, charismatic footballer who many believe can inspire Arsenal to take their place at the very top of the English game.

Sobre el autor: Tom Oldfield is a freelance sports writer specialising in football. He has written for several national newspapers and magazines.

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ROBBIE KEANE

Biografía sobre Robbie Keane de Andre Sleight

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Título: ROBBIE KEANE: THE BIOGRAPHY
Autor: SLEIGHT, ANDREW
Idioma: INGLES
ISBN: 9781844546244

Descripción: As Spurs' best-loved entertainer, Robbie Keane is a world-class footballer who's won the hearts of the White Hart Lane faithful with his thrilling combination of flair, imagination and sheer guts. This is the definitive story of his career, charting his progression from the back streets of Tallaght to Premiership stardom with Tottenham via World Cup glory with the Republic of Ireland, via four moves costing £38 million. Blessed with huge self-belief, he can spark a game into life with his unique brand of impish skill. This revealing biography shows how he achieved so much, so soon, revealing the truth behind the somersaulting superstar.

Sobre el autor: After studying journalism at Middlesex University's White Hart Lane campus, Andrew has been involved in the sports media industry for the past eight years in broadcast and in print. A lifelong follower of Tottenham Hotspur, Andrew also represented the Republic of Ireland's London Supporters football team for two seasons, but unfortunately didn't break any goal scoring records in the press. Andrew lives in north London and his previous books include a biography of Jimmy Greaves.

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PETER CROUCH - SUPER STRIKER

Biografía sobre Peter Crouch de Ian Crucero

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Título: PETER CROUCH: SUPER STRIKER
Autor: CRUCERO, IAN
Idioma: INGLES
ISBN: 9781844545919

Descripción: Peter Crouch is a cult hero to Liverpool and England fans alike. His commanding height, silky touch and eye for goal have made him one of the most distinct and dangerous strikers in the game today. He began his career with QPR, before moving onto Portsmouth where his phenomenal strike rate led to the top Premiership clubs queuing up for his services. Crouch eventually signed for Aston Villa, but found himself unable to hold down a regular place in the team. Undaunted, he went out on loan to Norwich City, where he rediscovered his form before he was sold to Southampton. It was here that Crouch really began to prove his true worth as a Premiership striker, scoring a flurry of goals that almost saved the club from relegation. With his team relegated, however, he left to secure his dream move to Liverpool. Initally, Peter struggled to score and to win over the Anfield faihtful. His team contribution was good, however, and through his tremendous resilience and determination, he eventually broke his goal drought and started to get his name on the score sheet regularly. Peter - or 'Crouchie' as the fans affectionately call him - went on to make a telling contribution to Liverpool's season, ending in him helping the club win the FA Cup with a telling performance in the final. Crouchie has become a national icon too, scoring important goals for England and producing some excellet all-round performances at the World Cup. Nothing, however, has brought hin the kind of media attention that his infamous 'robot dance; goal celebration has, which also helped make him a firm favourite with the fans. Peter Crouch, super striker, is a unique player and unusually in today's game, a bit of a character, fighting back from intese criticism in his career to being rewarded with national acclaim. A must-read for any sports fan.

Sobre el autor: Ian Cruise began his career with the famous Hayters Sports Agnecy in London, covering a variety od sports. During his time he supplies regualr articles to national and international newspapers and magazines and researched and contributed to several books. He was Chief Features Writer at Shoot Magazine and a match reporter for the Sunday Mirror, before moving online with Football365. He is now a freelance writer and producer.

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PAUL SCHOLES

Biografía sobre Paul Scholes de Simon Moss

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Título: PAUL SCHOLES: THE BIOGRAPHY
Autor: MOSS, SIMON
Idioma: INGLES
ISBN: 9781844549511

Descripción: Paul Scholes is arguably the best midfielder of his generation. As a graduate of the legendary Class of '92, he has managed to win every major trophy British football has to offer. A key component of the Manchester United youth team, that unleashed David Beckham, Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs and the Neville brothers upon the unsuspecting Premier League, he helped revolutionise Ferguson's Reds and powered them to domestic and European dominance in the 1990s.

The international stage also beckoned for Scholes, who scored 14 goals in 65 caps for his country. However, devoted to his beloved Reds, the midfielder retired from the national side at just 29 to concentrate on events at Old Trafford.

Scholes's career has been laced with regret, though, as suspension forced him to watch from the stands in 1999 as United enjoyed their most memorable European night for 40 years: victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League final. But nine years on, Scholes banished his demons in the Moscow rain as he helped to secure Manchester United's third Champions League victory.

Sobre el autor: Simon Moss is a lifelong Manchester United fan. He graduated from the University of Brighton's BA (Hons) Sport Journalism degree in 2007. Since then he has written for national newspapers and websites. This is his first book.

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OH YES, OH YES, WE ARE THE PPS

Libro sobre uno de los grupos hooligans más temibles de Inglaterra

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Título: OH YES, OH YES, WE ARE THE PPS
Autor: ROUTLEDGE, WILLIAM
Idioma: INGLES
ISBN: 9781844549948

Descripción: Over the years, the mobs of Preston North End have fronted up to infamous football firms such as the Chelsea Headhunters, the Birmingham City Zulus and the Leeds Service Crew, to name just a few. Although the Preston lads were often lacking in big numbers, they were always prepared to stand their ground and have a go, knowing that it was quality, not quantity that would count when standing toe to toe with their rivals. In this brutally honest book, staunch PNE fan Bill Routledge recalls the days when the dawn of Saturdays signalled a rush of adrenalin and a wave of anticipation; a time for the lads to put aside the worries of the working week and experience the buzz of mayhem on the terraces. He describes a time when music and fashion were vital to the identity of the firms, as well as examining the history of violence at Preston North End, the roots of the different factions and how they got their names. Together with other faces from the PNE firms, he details hair-raising tales of violent clashes with other mobs, as well as the fans' misdemeanours on foreign soil. This fascinating insight into life on the frontline is as shocking as it is exciting - but it's not short of laughs either. It is a truthful account of the highs and lows of being a devoted, passionate football fan waiting for glory.

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MICHAEL OWEN: THE BIOGRAPHY

Biografía sobre Micheal Owen por Oliver Derbyshire 

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Título: MICHAEL OWEN: THE BIOGRAPHY
Autor: DERBYSHIRE, OLIVER
Idioma: INGLES
ISBN: 9781844546435

Descripción: Signing for Liverpool at the tender age of 17, Michael Owen soon made his mark at the highest level; in the 1997/8 season he was joint top scorer in the Premiership and was voted PFA Young Player of the Year. The first British player in twenty years to be crowned European Footballer of the Year, Michael then helped Liverpool to League Cup, FA Cup and UEFA Cup victories. With silverware in the cabinet, he sought a fresh challenge with a move to join the galactios at Real Madrid in 2004. But despite some effective displays against tough competition in Spain, his passion for the English game meant he couldn't resist a return to the Premiership. Newcastle United stepped in and in August 2005 Owen became a Magpie.

After a career-threatening injury at the 2006 World Cup and management uncertainty as St James's Park, Michael endured a turbulent time. But then came Manchester United, with Sir Alex Ferguson taking a chance on Owen in 2009. And he has blossomed in his new role at Old Trafford, taking on the coveted number 7 shirt and scoring vital goals - ironically, for Liverpool's most bitter rivals.

Sobre el autor: Oliver Derbyshire has been a passionate follower of football since before he can remember and writing about football became his dream once he realised he would never make the grade as a player. Born in 1979, Ollie studied at St Catherine's College, Oxford

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MICHAEL BALLACK: THE BIOGRAPHY

Biografía sobre Michael Ballack de Euan Reedie

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Título: MICHAEL BALLACK: THE BIOGRAPHY
Autor: REEDIE, EUAN
Idioma: INGLES
ISBN: 9781844546619

Descripción: One of Germany's leading sports icons and a technically outstanding national captain, Michael Ballack has established himself as Chelsea's midfield lethal weapon. His visionary passing, goal-scoring prowess and perfect timing make him the player to watch whenever the Blues take to the pitch. Sports journalist and football reporter Euan Reedie provides a fascinating insight into Ballack's gameplay and philosophy. Celebrate Michael Ballack's return to form with this definitive story of one of Europe's most talented and entertaining footballers.

Sobre el autor: Euan Reedie is a sports journalist and football reporter, who has written for a variety of leading publications, newspapers and magazines worldwide. Born in Dumfermline, Scotland, Euan studied English Literature and French at St Andrews University.

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JOE COLE: THE BIOGRAPHY

Biografía sobre Joe Cole de Ian Macleay

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Título: JOE COLE: THE BIOGRAPHY
Autor: MACLEAY, IAN
Idioma: INGLES
ISBN: 9781844547326

Descripción: Joe Cole is one of the most naturally gifted footballers in England. A London lad who's graced the pitches of two of the capital's most famous clubs, his ability to set the game alight with his quick feet and powerful, agile presence makes him a fans' favourite. A talented product of the famous West Ham youth system, he signed to Chelsea in 2003. Since then his record has been enviable - scoring in the Premiership, the Champions League and for England, most spectacularly with a volley in the 2006 World Cup. But while he has worked hard to stay level headed, his maturity off the pitch has not prevented his involvement in some colourful incidents over the years. This is the ultimate biography of the Hammers' and Blues' enigmatic dangerman.

Sobre el autor: Ian Macleay has been a Chelsea fan since the days of Jimmy Greaves in the late 1950s. He has co-authored two other Chelsea titles that received critical acclaim.

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GOOD AFTERNOON GENTLEMEN THE NAME'S BILL GARDNER

Libro sobre la vida del jefe de la barra brava del West Ham United

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Título: GOOD AFTERNOON GENTLEMEN THE NAME'S BILL GARDNER
Autor: GARDNER, BILL
Idioma: INGLES
ISBN: 9781844542611

Descripción: He arrived to rally the troops, the main man in the InterCity Firm and his greeting passed into football fan history. 'Afternoon, gentlemen, the name's Bill Gardner.' That introduction alone was often enough to provoke sheer terror in his opponents. He is a genuine legend to anyone who's ever stood proud on a football terrace. No serious book on the culture would be complete without at least one mention of him. Now at last he's telling his own, long-awaited story. And many familiar faces have queued up to add their comments in this book which shows just what it is that makes Bill Gardner unique among the toughest and the greatest of them all.

Sobre el autor: Bill Gardner has featured in many of the most respected books on the great football firms and this is the first time he has told his own story.

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DAMIEN DUFF

Biografía sobre Damien Duff de Joel Miller

Precio: $119 (28,40 U$S)
Título: DAMIEN DUFF: THE BIOGRAPHY
Autor: MILLER, JOEL
Idioma: INGLES
ISBN: 9781844545780

Descripción: Irishman Damien Duff is one of the Premiership's most feared attacking footballers. The king of wide attacking play on the king's Road, he's a man of exceptional talent and frightening pace, and it's a brave defender who takes his presence lightly. Signed by Blackburn as a trainee, he helped the Lancastrians to achieve promotion to the Premiership in 2001 and victory in the League Cup the following season. Appearances in the 2002 World Cup, and playing in the domestic top-flight, meant it wasn't long before he was picked up by a bigger club side, and in 2003 Chelsea swooped, paying £17m - then a club record for the BluesÖ Though plagued by injury, Duff scored five goals that season, with his spectacular one-man goal against Newcastle in a 5-0 demoltion particulary underlining his talent, sadly though the season ended trophyless. 2004/5 proved to be more successful for both Duff and Chelsea. He scored ten goals, including a crucial strike in a 4-2 win against Barcelona in the Champions League, while the team won the Premiership title and the Carling Cup, with Duff scoring what proved to be the winning goal in the semi-final against arch rivals Manchester United. Duff is one of the most feared wingers in Europe with lightening speed, pinpoint crossing and impressive finishing combined with great versatility, such as an ability to play on the right-wing, as a second stricker or at the left-back. He is considered to be one of Chelsea's major attacking threats. He has also won over 50 caps for the Republic of Ireland, scoring six goals. This is the story of how the Dublin lad made it into the footballing world.

Sobre el autor: Joel Miler is a journalist writing news stories and sporting features for a variety on national newspapers and magazines. He has worked as a football statistician for ITV and now operates in a freelance capacity combining research and writing.

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