Football Books

For the first time ever, that amazing story has been brought to life for children today. The Story of Celtic is a must-have for every Bhoy or girl that wants to ‘know the history’

‘The Story of Celtic will ensure that our young fans inherit a love of the club and a true understanding of its heritage.’ Billy McNeill

216 x 152 mm, hardback, 32 pages, full-colour illustrated

‘Young Teddy Bears everywhere will love discovering what has made us Simply The Best and I hope they enjoy The Story of Rangers as much as I did.’ John Greig

216 x 152 mm, hardback, 32 pages, full-colour illustrated

Now for the first time that story has been brought to life for children. With its vivid narrative and original colour illustrations The Story of the Scotland National Team will help inspire the next generation of Tartan Army foot soldiers.

‘I hope young Scotland fans enjoy reading about the highs and lows of Scottish football through The Story of the Scotland National Team as much as I did.’ Alex Salmond, First Minister for Scotland

216 x 152 mm, hardback, 32 pages, full-colour illustrated

British Football's first 'glossy' - hit the bookstands in 1951, bringing colour and glamour to a bomb-scarred nation. Every schoolboy wanted to buy it. Every player wanted to be part of it. For two decades it captured the heart and soul of the game. Here are the best bits, a grand reminder of how it was in the days of rattles and Bovril, short back and sides. black and white TV and not a logo in sight. Good old Charlie!

After an introduction by Simon Inglis, editor of the Played in Britain series, Manchester United historian Mark Wylie sets the scene:Old Trafford lies in ruins after the Blitz, United are renting their neighbour's ground, they have a young and untried Scottish manager, Matt Busby, soon to sign the Dudley wonderkid, Duncan Edwards.

As the years go by the hairstyles change, the stars emerge - Edwards, Roger Byrne, Tommy Taylor, all to die so tragically at Munich in 1958, Bobby Charlton, Denis Law, Nobby Stiles, George Best... triumph and tragedy in Europe, losing Cup Finalists in 1957 and 1958, winners at last in 1963. From the Busby Babes to European Champions in 1968, Charles Buchan's Football Monthly spanned almost the entire Busby era, watching the legend grow...The book also reprints for the first time since 1958 the magazine's poignant post-Munich tribute.

After an introduction by Simon Inglis, editor of the Played in Britain series, Arsenal historian Jon Spurling sets the scene: the year is 1951, Highbury Stadium, its wartime bomb damage now patched up, faces a difficult decade. The club's 1930s glamour is rapidly fading. Arsenal stars tell Charles Buchan about life at post war Arsenal. Buchan himself was an Arsenal star in the 1920s and tells some grand tales too.

As the years go by the hairstyles change, the shirts and boots are more streamlined, the stars come and go - Joe Mercer, Wally Barnes, Dennis Crompton, Jack Kelsey, Tommy Lawton, Tommy Docherty, George Graham, Frank McLintock, Bob Wilson, John Radford, George Armstrong... League Champions in 1953, but not again until 1971, FA Cup winners in 1950, but not again until 1971. Throughout thick and thin, Charles Buchan's Football Monthly was there to report on this great football institution with its glorious traditions, and some brilliant kits...

After an introduction by Simon Inglis, editor of the Played in Britain series, Spurs fan and celebrated journalist Julie Welch sets the scene: as the magazine launches in 1951 Spurs have just emerged from years in the Second Division to win the League title with their famous 'push and run' team, marshalled by a young Alf Ramsey. Later in the decade, under manager Bill Nicholson, a galaxy of great players come together to win the Double in 1961, the first time this feat has been accomplished since the 1890s. In Swinging Sixties London, White Hart Lane and its packed Shelf terrace become synonymous with flowing football served up with style

Charles Buchan's Football Monthly spanned almost the entire Nicholson era, a period when Spurs won eight trophies in sixteen remarkable years, making this a book for all Tottenham fans to treasure.

After an introduction by Simon Inglis, editor of the Played in Britain series, Liverpool FC historian Stephen Done sets the scene: it is the early 1950s and despite being League champions in 1947 and Cup Finalists in 1950, Liverpool are humiliatingly relegated. In Billy Liddell they have a national star, but not until Bill Shankly arrives in 1959 does the script change. Just as the Merseybeat starts to dominate pop culture, Shankly and his cohorts in the famous Anfield `bootroom' lead the Reds to the League title in 1964 and FA Cup victory in 1965, thus laying the foundations for four decades of thrills at home and in Europe.

Flying wingers Peter Thompson and Ian Callaghan join hotshot Roger Hunt, a hero of the 1966 World Cup. Stalwarts Ron Yeats, Tommy Smith and Ian St John become role models for emerging youths Emlyn Hughes, Steve Heighway and Kevin Keegan. The book ends in 1974 as Football Monthly folds and, by coincidence, the great Shankly retires. And so a unique record of a unique era, told through the pages of the magazine that was the fans' Number One.

Half a century has passed since Newcastle United embarked on a journey that would see them set an all-time record of winning three F.A Cup finals in five years. Now you can relive those glory days of the 1950's as tough-tackling defender Charlie Crowe relates a game by game, kick by kick analysis of how the mighty Magpies reached, and won, that trio of magnificent victories

Using Charlies memoirs, cuttings and quotes from almost every local and national newspaper, you can follow the black and whites' march into the history books from the comfort of your won armchair, and all vividly illustrated with over 150 photographs, some never published before. A mouth-watering package that makes this book a 'must' for Newcastle fans, young and old, past and present

The proceeds of this book go to the Charlie Crowe appeal. the appeal has been launched to raise money for a new research scanner at the Newcastle University Resonance Centre on the Campus for Ageing and Vitality

Arsenal Football Newspaper Book.

This Individually bound, hardback book is tabloid size (38 x 30cm) captures the history and greatest moments of Arsenal through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Arsenal’s 2:1 win over Huddersfield in the 1930 FA Cup Final at Wembley, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include beating Chelsea in 1933 to win the League, and securing the title again and again including for 3 consecutive years in the 1930s and for a record 7th time in 1953.

The honours continue, beating Spurs 6-0 in 1935, winning the FA Cup in 1936 and many other times over the next 70 years, including the double in 1971, 1998 and 2002. European games are also covered, including winning the Cup Winners’ Cup in 1994 and the European

Cup Final in 1995. Read about the signing of Bergkamp in 1995, Henry in 1999, the amazing 2004 season without losing a game, and much, much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Arsenal fans.

Fulham Football Newspaper Book.

Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint. From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Fulham through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Fulham’s quarter final FA Cup win over Man Utd in 1908, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include promotion to Division 2 in 1932 and Division 1 in 1949, winning the English Cup against Derby in 1936, the 1958 FA Cup semi final replay vs Man Utd and becoming Finalists in 1975. Read about the signing of Bobby Moore in 1974, and George Best in 1976, Mohammed Al Fayed’s take over of the club in 1997 and Kevin Keegan’s appointment in the same year, promotion to the Premiership in 2001 and much much more. Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Fulham fans.

Ipswich Football Newspaper Book .

Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Ipswich through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Ipswich’s entry to the League in 1938, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include promotion to Division 2 in 1954 and Division 1 in 1961 and going onto become Division 1 Champions in their first season. European honours in 1962, beating Floriana 10-0. Beating Leeds, (after the 4th attempt) in the FA Cup tie in 1975. Other notable coverage includes winning the FA Cup against Arsenal in 1978, The European Cup in 1981, promotion to the Premiership in 2000, and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Ipswich fans.

Leeds Football Newspaper Book.

Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Leeds through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Leeds’s election to Division 2 in 1905, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include, beating arch rivals Chelsea to gain promotion in 1928, beating Man Utd 5-0 in 1930, coverage of the FA Cup final games in 1965, 1970, 1972, 1973, winning the Fairs cup in 1968 and 1971, League Champions in 1969 and 1992. Read about Don Revie becoming Manager of the Year in 1969, Jack Charlton retiring in 1973, the epic win over Man Utd in 1994, the appointment of George Graham as Manager in 2001 and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Leeds fans.

Leicester Football Newspaper Book.

Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Leicester through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Leicester’s promotion to Division 2 in 1908, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include promotion to Division 1 in 1925, FA Cup Final games in 1949 against Wolves, 1961 against Spurs, 1963 against Man Utd, and finalists again in 1969. Also included is coverage of the great League Cup win in 1964 and the final against Chelsea in 1965. Read about the signing of the 17 year old Peter Shilton in 1967, the departure on Gary Lineker in 1985, promotion to the Premiership in 1994 and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Leicester fans.

Liverpool Football Newspaper Book .

Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Liverpool through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Liverpool becoming Division 1 Champions in 1906, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include beating Chelsea 6-0 in the classic 1935 encounter, League Championship wins in 1923, 1947, and 1964 when they beat Arsenal 5-0 to secure the title, and countless other times over the next 40 years including for a record 11th time in 1979 and 18th time in 1990. Relive the big cup games, the numerous League Cup wins and FA Cup titles including the double in 1986, European honours in 1973, 1976, 2001 (UEFA Cup), 1977, 1978, 1981, 1984, 2005 (European Cup). Read about Kevin Keegan’s debut in 1971, Bill Shankley’s departure in 1974, the signing of Kenny Dalglish in 1977, his becoming player of the year in 1983, Owen’s 100th Premiership goal in 2003 and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Liverpool fans.

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Manchester City Football Newspaper Book .

Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Manchester City through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of City’s 1904 FA Cup win vs Bolton, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include promotion to Division 1 in 1910, beating Sheffield Wed at the ‘new’ Moss Side ground in 1923, the 3-0 win against Man Utd in 1926 to secure a place in the FA Cup Final, winning the FA Cup in 1934, 1956, 1969, and the European Cup Winners Cup in 1970. Read about the Division 1 Championship wins in 1937 and 1968, the signings of Trevor Francis in 1981, the record £2.5m transfer fee for Keith Curle in 1991, promotion to the Premiership in 2000 and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Man City fans.

Manchester United Football Newspaper Book.

Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Starting with coverage of United’s 1909 FA Cup win, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include League wins in 1911, 1952, 1957, 1965, and 1967, coverage of FA Cup title wins in 1948, 1963, 1977, 1983, 1985, 1990, and the1994 and 1996 doubles. European honours in 1968, 1991 and of course 1999 with the treble. Read about the tragic Munich air crash in 1958, the signing of Dennis Law for £115,000 in 1962, George Best’s senior debut in 1963, Best’s amazing performance against Benfica in 1966, the appointment of Alex Ferguson in 1986, being the first side to win the Premiership in 1993 and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Man Utd fans.

Middlesbrough Football Newspaper Book.

Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Middlesbrough through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Middlesbrough promotion to Division 1 in 1927, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include the 10-3 win over Sheffield Wed in 1933, the 9-2 win over Blackpool in 1938, and 5-1 win over Arsenal in 1980, coverage of the FA Cup Final in 1997, Coca Cola Cup final in 1998 and of course winning the Carling Cup in 2004. Read about Wilf Mannion’s move to Hull in 1954 after 18 years at Middlesbrough, Brian Clough’s debut in 1955, the appointment of Jack Charlton as Manager in 1973 and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Middlesbrough fans.

Newcastle Utd Football Newspaper Book.

Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Newcastle through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Newcastle’s FA Final game vs Aston Villa in 1905, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include becoming League champions in 1907, 1909, 1927, winning the FA Cup in 1910, 1924, 1932, 1951, 1952, 1955, and Fairs Cup in 1969. Read about the 7-1 win over Man Utd in 1927, and 5-0 win in 1996, Keegan scoring the winning goal on his debut in 1982, signing Malcolm Macdonald for £180,000 in 1971, Beardsley for £1.5m in 1993, Shearer for £15m in 1996 and Owen in 2005, and much much more, 124 pages of Toon history.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Newcastle fans.

Norwich Football Newspaper Book.

Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Norwich through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Norwich’s 2-0 win over cup holder Sheffield Wed in 1908, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top games are covered, including the 3-0 win over Liverpool in the FA Cup in 1937; the 4-0 win over Spurs in 1979, and the win against Bayern Munich in 1993. The trophies gained, winning the League Cup in 1962 and 1985, promotion to the First Division in 1972, and promotion to the Premiership in 2004. Read about, the first game at Carrow Road in 1935, the fire in 1984, the appointment of John Bond as manager in 1973, Delia Smith becoming board Director in 1996, and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Norwich fans.

Aston Villa Football Newspaper Book

Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Aston Villa through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Villa’s 1905 FA Cup win, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include securing the league title in 1910, winning the FA Cup in 1913 for a record fifth time, and again in 1920 and 1957. League and Coca Cola Cup finals also covered including 1961, 1975, 1977, 1994, 1996 and 2000.

Read about winning the European Cup in 1982, the appointment of Graham Taylor in 1987 & 2002, Ron Atkinson in 1991, the signing of Peter Schmeichel in 1999, and much, much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Aston Villa fans

Portsmouth Football Newspaper Book.

Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Portsmouth through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Portsmouth finishing top of the Southern League in 1920, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include beating Preston 5-0 to become Division 1 Champions in 1927, securing the title again in Portsmouth’s Jubilee year in 1949 and again in 1950. Coverage also of the FA Cup Final games with Bolton in 1929, Man City in 1934 and winning the Cup in 1939. Read about the rise from Division 3 in 1983 to promotion to Division 1 in 1987, then the Premiership in 2003, and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Portsmouth fans.

Southampton Football Newspaper Book.

Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Starting with coverage of Southampton’s 1908 win over Southern League champions QPR, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include gaining promotion to Division 2 in 1922, and Division 1 in 1966, beating Portsmouth 4-0 in 1975 and Spurs 5-0 in 1985.

Read about Laurie Mc Menemy’s first game as Manager in 1973, the fantastic FA Cup triumph against Man Utd in 1976, the signing later that year of Alan Ball, Kevin Keegan in 1980, Peter Shilton in 1982, and Bruce Grobbelaar in 1995, Le Tissier’s farewell match in 2002 and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Southampton fans.

Sunderland Football Newspaper Book.

Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Sunderland through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Sunderland’s great 3-0 win over Newcastle in 1905, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include becoming League Champions and FA Cup Finalists in 1913, beating Birmingham 7-2 to win the league again in 1936, securing the FA Cup in 1937 and that epic victory against Leeds to win the cup again in 1973. Also covered are the 1985 Milk Cup Final against Norwich and the1992 FA Cup Final against Liverpool. Read about, the promotions to Division 1 in 1976, 1980, and promotion to the Premiership in 1999, the opening of the Stadium of Light in 1997, and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Sunderland fans.

Tottenham Hotspur Football Newspaper Book .

Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history.

They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Tottenham Hotspurs through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of the resignation of Spurs Manager J Cameron in 1907, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include promotion to Division 1 in 1909, winning the FA Cup in 1921, promotion in 1950, winning both the League and FA Cup in 1961, securing the FA Cup again the following year and the European Cup Winners Cup in 1963.

All the big wins are covered – FA Cup in 1967, 1981, 1982, 1991, League Cup in 1971, 1973, UEFA Cup in 1972, Coca Cola Cup in 1994, Worthington Cup in 1999. Read about the signing of Danny Blanchflower in 1954, Jimmy Greaves in 1962, Terry Venables first Spurs goal in 1965, his signing as Manager in 1987 and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Spurs fans.

West Bromwich Football Newspaper Book .

Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of West Bromwich through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting in 1907 with coverage of West Brom’s FA Cup semi-final win over Everton, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include, becoming Division 2 Champions in 1911, coverage of the FA Cup Finals of 1912, 1935, and winning the Cup in 1931, 1954, and 1968, Division 1 Champions in 1920, and League Cup Champions in 1966 and finalists in 1970. Read about beating Dynamo Bucherest 4-0 in 1968, gaining promotion to the Premiership in 2002 and again in 2004, the signing of Robert Earnshaw in 2004, Robson’s appointment as Manager, and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all West Brom fans.

West Ham Football Newspaper Book .

Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of West Ham through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Top stories include coverage of the first ever FA Cup Final at Wembley against Bolton, winning the War Cup in 1940, Division 2 Champions 1958 and with record points in 1981, winning the FA Cup in 1964, 1975 and 1980 and the Cup Winners Cup in 1965, and Finalists in 1976. Read about the 17 year old Bobby Moore’s 1st Division debut in 1958, Geoff Hurst’s 6 goals in the 8-0 win over Sunderland in 1968, the signing of Jimmy Greaves in 1970, Trevor Brooking’s farewell game in 1984, Harry Redknapp’s appointment in 1989, Rio Ferdinand’s departure in 2000 and much much more.

Wolverhampton Football Newspaper Book.

Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Wolverhampton through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting in 1908 with coverage of the FA Cup Final win over Crystal Palace, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include the FA Cup final against Spurs in 1921, winning the FA Cup in 1949 and 1960, securing the League Championship in 1954 after 66 years, and again in 1958, winning the League Cup in 1974 and 1980. Read about top signings, such as Hancock in 1946, Andy Gray in 1979, Kenny Miller in 2001, the best European games over the past 50 years, Graham Taylor’s appointment in 1994, Glen Hoddle in 2004, much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Wolves fans.

Wigan Athletic Football Newspaper Book

Relive those glorious moments of a favourite football team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Wigan Athletic through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting in 1934 with coverage of the FA cup 1st round 6-1 win over Carlisle, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup matches through the decades of the 20th & 21st century.

Top stories include Wigan’s 2-2 draw against Newcastle in the 1954 FA cup 3rd round, the 4-2 win over Chelsea in 1981, the 1-1 draw vs Man City in the 1999 FA Cup semi final first leg.

Coverage also of the great rise in fortune from Division 2 champions in 2003, the 5-0 destruction of Crystal Palace latter in that year, the 3-1 defeat of West Ham in 2004,and achieving the ultimate prize of promotion to the Premiership in 2005.

Read about the games, from humble beginnings to being a real force in the Premier League not only staying up, but holding their own and beating the best in English football.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Wigan Athletic fans.

Sheffield Utd Football Newspaper Book.

Relive those glorious moments of a favourite football team captured in newsprint. From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Sheffield Utd through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Sheffield’s 6-2 win over Manchester City in 1912, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

stories include, defeating Chelsea 3-0 in 1915 to win the FA Cup, winning the Cup again in 1925 beating Cardiff; and reaching the final in 1936. Relive the 6-2 slaughter of Arsenal in 1921; the 11-2 wipe-out of Cardiff in 1926; the 6-0 hammering of West Ham in 1931, the 7-3 victory over arch rivals Sheffield Wednesday in 1951, the 5-0 win over Aston Villa in 1969 and much much more.

Read about the appointment of Dave Bassett in 1988, the signing of Vinnie Jones in 1990 for £750,000, the heart stopping play offs over the last few years and the joy of promotion to the Premiership in 2006.

newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Sheffield Utd fans.

Birmingham City Football Newspaper Book

Relive those glorious moments of a favourite sport or team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Birmingham City through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of City’s 7-0 win over Preston in 1905, this book charts a glorious history of great games through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include promotion to Division 1 in 1921, the 1931 FA Cup Final vs West Brom, and the 1956 Final against Man City and becoming League Cup Champions in 1963. Read about the appointment of Sir Alf Ramsey as Manager in 1977, the sale of Trevor Francis for £1m in 1979, and his appointment as Manager in 1996, promotion to Division 1 in 1972, 1985, and 1992, the penalty shoot out for the Worthington Cup in 2002, Premiership promotion, and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Birmingham City fans

Watford Football Newspaper Book.

Relive those glorious moments of a favourite football team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history.

They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time. Capture the history and greatest moments of Watford through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of the English Cup 2nd round match against Spurs in 1923, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include, such classics as Watford's long running 10 - 1 best win over Lowestoft in 1926, the 6 - 1 annihilation of Reading in 1937, the shock away win in the 1950 FA Cup 3rd round over then mighty Preston, the 7-1 defeat of Crystal Palace in 1954, the 1-0 win over Liverpool in the 1970 FA Cup 6th Round, the famous 1-2 away win over Man Utd in the 1978 League Cup.

Read about the 7-1 humiliation of Southampton in the 1970 League Cup; against all odds Watford pulled back a 4 goal deficit from the 1st leg and sensationally won in extra time. Relive the thrill of Watford's rise in fortunes under the management of Graham Taylor and Chairmanship of Elton John from 3rd Division minnows in 1978 to 1st Division stardom in the 1980s including the emotional 1984 FA Cup Final against Everton and numerous top scoring results such as the 8-0 defeat over Sunderland in 1982, the 0-4 away win over Leeds in 1984, the 5-0 win over West Ham in 1985 and many more. Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season.

A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Watford fans.

Reading Football Newspaper Book.

Relive those glorious moments of a favourite football team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Reading through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Reading’s 1-0 defeat of Aston Villa in the 1912 FA Cup 2nd Round, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include, beating Brentford 7-1 to gain promotion to Division 2 in 1926, the heart stopping FA Cup semi-final in 1927, the Diamond Jubilee celebrations in 1930 looking back on 60 years, the 10-2 slaughter of Crystal Palace in 1946, the dominance over QPR in 1961 winning 3-6 away, and the glorious 3-1 win over Chelsea in the Littlewoods Cup 2nd Round in 1987.

Read about the first match at the Madejski Stadium against Luton in 1998 and the rise in fortunes since then, culminating in winning the English Champions League and gaining promotion to the Premiership in 2006.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Reading fans.

Aberdeen Football Newspaper Book

Capture the history and greatest moments of 'Aberdeen' through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Aberdeen's 6:5 win over Hearts in 1926, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include, beating Hibs in 1947 to win the Scottish Cup, and again in 1970 against Celtic.

Relive that glorious period in the team's history in the 1980s, when they beat Rangers 2 years running in the Scottish Cup- 1982 & 1983, then went on to beat Celtic in the Scottish Cup in 1984, then Hearts in 1986, then Celtic again (on penalties) in 1990.

Many of the European clashes are also covered including the 10-0 pounding of Reykjavik in the 1967 European Cup Winners Cup 1st round and of course the classic final vs Real Madrid in 1983 to win the coveted Cup Winners Cup itself and going on later that year to secure the European Super Cup beating Hamburg 2-0.

Read about how Aberdeen secured their League titles, from 1955 after beating Raith Rovers to becoming Champions of the Premier League in 1985.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Aberdeen fans.

Celtic Football Newspaper Book

Capture the history and greatest moments of 'Celtic' through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Celtic's 5:0 win over Rangers in the 1925 Scottish Cup semi-final, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include winning the Scottish Cup in 1925 and securing the title again and again including that great year in Celtic's history - 1967, when they won 4 major titles - not only winning the Scottish Cup (again), but the League Cup, the League itself and of course broke all records by becoming the first British club in history to win the coveted European Cup.

Relive that amazing feat when Celtic won the league 9 times in a row from 1966 to 1974.

Read about the classic duels against Rangers, beating them to the silverware - for the League, Scottish Cup or League Cup, in 1957, 1965, 1967, 1969, 1971, 1979, 1980, 1982, 1989.

All this and much more are covered.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Celtic fans.

Dundee Utd Football Newspaper Book

Capture the history and greatest moments of 'Dundee Utd' through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Dundee United's 1:0 win over Celtic in 1925, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include the hard fought 4-3 win over Celtic in 1949, and many of their classic encounters including Internationals, where they beat the best Europe could offer such as Barcelona and Juventus, & not forgetting the heart wrenching European Cup Semi-final in 1984 against Roma and of course the UEFA Cup Final of 1987 against Gothenburg.

Also covered are the glorious defeats of arch rival Dundee including the 3-0 win in 1980 to secure the League Cup, (for the second year in a row) & the 1983 encounter when they beat them again this time to become champions of the Premier League.

Read about, the classic and heart wrenching Scottish Cup Final of 1991 vs Motherwell and of course securing the Cup in 1994 when they beat Rangers at Hampden.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Dundee Utd fans.

Hibernian Football Newspaper Book

Capture the history and greatest moments of 'Hibs' through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Hib's 3:0 win over Hearts in 1921, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include, many of the classic encounters against Hearts; such as the 4-0 win in 1938, the 7-0 trashing in 1973 and the 6-2 walk over in 2000.

Also included are many of the European games where Hibs successfully took on the might of Europe, including top teams such as Barcelona, Liverpool, and Juventus and slaughtered others such as the 9-1 win over Rosenborg in the 1974 UEFA Cup.

Read about the games that resulted in Hibs winning the league in 1948, 1951 and again in 1952. Relive the excitement and tense moments of Scottish and League Cup finals in 1947, 1972, 1979, 1985, 1993 and of course securing the League Cup in 1972 when they beat Celtic; sweet revenge after losing to them in the Scottish Cup Final earlier that year, and not forgetting the 1991 League Cup Final 2-0 win against Dunfermline. All this and more is covered.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Hibs fans.

Hearts Football Newspaper Book.

Capture the history and greatest moments of 'Hearts' through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Heart's 5:1 win over Hibs in 1920, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include, many of the classic encounters against Hibs; such as the 8-3 thrashing in 1935, the 5-2 walk over in 1949, and the decisive wins knocking them out of the League Cup in 1956 and the Scottish Cup quarter final in 1994.

Also included are many of the European games where Hearts took on the might of Europe, including top teams such as Inter Milan, Bayern Munich, Athletico Madrid etc. Read about Sandy Jardine's 1000th appearance in 1985 where Hearts beat Rangers 3-0.

Relive the excitement of securing both the League Cup and League in 1958, and winning the League Cup again in 1959 and 1962 (& the League title in 1960).

The Scottish Cup Finals of 1956 beating Celtic and 1998 beating Rangers are also covered and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season, including double page spreads on securing the Scottish Cup in 2006. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Hearts fans.

Rangers Football Newspaper Book

Capture the history and greatest moments of 'Rangers' through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Rangers' 3:0 win over Celtic in 1919, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include beating Kilmarnock 5-1 to win the League in 1928, and securing the title again and again, including the 9th time-in-a-row in 1997.

The honours continue with many of the Scottish Cup and League Cup wins over the last century, not least those finals where a trophy was taken against Celtic such as in 1963, 1966, 1970, 1973, 1975, 1978, 1984, 1986, 1990, 1999, 2002, and 2003. Relive the excitement of winning the 'treble' in 1949, 1976, 1978, 1993, 1999 and 2003 and many European games including Rangers first ever International in 1956 and of course their 3-2 victory over Moscow Dynamo to clinch the European Cup Winners Cup in 1972.

Read about the tragedy of the Ibrox disaster, about Scots tycoon David Murray purchasing the club with Graeme Souness; Gascoignes' hat trick to win the league title in 1996 and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Rangers fans

Cardiff City Football Newspaper Book

Capture the history and greatest moments of Cardiff through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Cardiff’s 1921 FA Cup tie with Wolves, this book charts a glorious history of great games and titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include the 50th FA Cup Final vs Sheffield Utd in 1925, one of the earliest at Wembley, the glorious defeat of Arsenal to win the FA Cup in 1927, where delighted Welsh fans cheered every kick and Cardiff became the only non English team ‘ever’ to take the cup out of England.

Relive the excitement of the successful post war period, including gaining promotion to Division 1 in 1952 by beating Leeds 3-1, the fantastic 4-1 away win against Man Utd in 1953, the 5-2 defeat of Newcastle in 1956 and the 2-1 defeat of Aston Villa in 1960 where 55,000 tense Welshman watched as their team came from behind to clinch victory and promotion back to the 1st Division

. Coverage also includes European games, including the 8-0 defeat of Larnaca in the European Cup Winners Cup in 1970 and 1-0 defeat of Real Madrid in the 1971 Quarter Final.

Read about Toshack’s £100,000 move in 1970, Cardiff’s defeat of Chelsea in the 1980 and 1986 League Cups, the amazing play off finals at the Millennium Stadium in 2003 where Cardiff gained promotion to the 1st Division/Championship and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Cardiff fans.

Coventry City Fooball Newspaper Book

Capture the history and greatest moments of ‘Coventry City’ through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Coventry’s win over Notts Forrest in the 3rd Round of the FA Cup in 1910, this book charts a glorious history of great games and titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include the 8-1 thrashing of Crystal Palace in 1935 and the 4-1 defeat over Leicester in the 1952 FA Cup 3rd round.

Read about the appointment of Jimmy Hill as Manager in 1961, becoming Division 3 Champions in 1964, and Division 2 Champions in 1967.

Coverage continues into the 70s including European games and the 2-1 defeat of Bayern Munich in 1970.

Relive the glory of Coventry’s historic 3-2 win over Spurs to secure the FA Cup in 1987; the team’s battles against the top teams of the Premiership and the ending of an era at Highfield Road, with the 6-2 pounding of Derby in the last ever match at the old stadium.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Coventry fans.

Blackburn Rovers Football Newspaper Book

Relive those glorious moments of a favourite sport or team captured in newsprint.

From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time.

Capture the history and greatest moments of Blackburn Rovers through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Blackburn’s FA Cup second round tie with Spurs in 1905, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top stories include winning the League in 1912, the epic 1928 FA Cup win over Huddersfield, promotion to Division 1 in 1939, and again in 1958, the FA Cup Final vs Wolves in 1960, and beating Spurs 7-2 in 1963. Read about the appointment of Kenny Dalglish as Manager in 1991, promotion to the Premiership in 1992 and of course becoming Champions in 1995 and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Blackburn Rovers fans

Derby County Football Newspaper Book

Capture the history and greatest moments of ‘Derby County’ through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting in 1912 with coverage of Derby’s 2:0 win over Barnsley to secure promotion to Division 1, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top early stories include the 1923 FA Cup semi final vs West Ham, the 8-0 trouncing of Sheffield Wed in 1927, and 5-0 win over Man U in 1928.

Relive the glory of winning the FA Cup in 1946 beating Charlton 4-1, the historic 5-0 defeat over Spurs in 1969 in front of a record crowd of 41,826, becoming Champions of Division 2 in 1969 and Division 1 in 1972 and again in 1975.

Read about the top European games, Brian Clough’s departure in 1973, Bruce Rioch and Francis Lee’s signing in 1974, and Peter Shilton and Mark Wright in 1987.

Coverage also of more recent times including promotion to the Premiership in 1996, Derby’s last game at the Baseball Stadium vs Arsenal in 1997 and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Derby County fans.

Nottingham Forest Football Newspaper Book

Capture the history and greatest moments of ‘Notts Forest’ through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Forest’s 5-1 trouncing of Liverpool in 1908, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top early stories include thrashing Leicester 12-0 in 1909, winning promotion to Division 1 in 1922, beating Man U 3-0 in 1935, and winning the FA Cup for the second time in 1959.

Relive the glory days under Clough, from his appointment in 1975, the building of the team, the signings of key players and the long list of honours that followed: League Cup winners in 1978, 1979, 1989, 1990, League Champions in 1978, and of course masters of Europe securing the European Cup in 1979, and again in 1980.

Read about how Clough sensationally quit in 1993 and the emotional farewell by fans after his death in 2004.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Notts Forest fans.

Preston North End Football Newspaper Book

Capture the history and greatest moments of ‘Preston North End’ through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Preston’s 1913 defeat of Blackpool to become Division 2 Champions, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top early stories include beating Aston Villa 6-1 in 1920, the 4-0 defeat of Liverpool in 1952, and the 8-0 thrashing of Birmingham in 1958.

Relive the glory of the Cup clashes including the 1922 FA Cup Final’s of 1922, 1937, 1954, 1964 and of course the historic final vs Huddersfield, in 1938 when Preston won the FA Cup.

Read about the last game of the 1953 season when despite beating Derby, Preston were pipped to the League title by Arsenal on goal difference.

Read also about Ton Finney’s last game in 1960, Nobby Stiles signing for £20,000 in 1973 and appointment as Manager in 1977.

Not forgetting more recent coverage, Champions of Division 3 in 1996, Division 2 in 2000 and the heart wrenching play off finals of the last few years.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Preston North End fans.

Queens Park Rangers Football Newspaper Book

Capture the history and greatest moments of ‘QPR’ through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of QPRs’ 1:0 win over West Ham in 1910, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top early stories include beating Sheffield Wed in the FA Cup Qtr final in 1923, gaining promotion to Division 2 in 1948 and thrashing Crystal Palace 5-2 in 1961.

The 1960s was the era of QPR as a rising star and coverage includes winning the League Cup in 1967, promotion to Division 2 in that year and promotion the following year to Division 1.

Relive the glory days of the 1970s when QPR were pipped to the title by Liverpool in their last match of the 1976 season, the stunning 4-0 win over Man U in 1977 and the 6-1 pounding of West Ham in 1978.

Read about the 1982 FA Cup final, becoming Division 2 champions in 1983, the fabulous 6-0 win over Chelsea in 1986 and of course the Milk Cup final of that year. European top games are also covered as are the top Premiership games played in the early and mid 90s.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all QPR fans.

Sheffield Wednesday Football Newspaper Book

Capture the history and greatest moments of ‘Sheffield Wednesday’ through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Wednesday winning the FA Cup in 1907 beating Everton 2-1, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Early stories include, becoming Champions of Division 2 in 1926 and Division 1 in 1929 and again in 1930.

about the record 72,841 crowd at Hillsborough watching the 2-2 draw with Man city in 1934, and winning promotion to Division 1 in 1950 at the expense of Sheffield Utd.

The glory of winning the FA Cup in 1935, the 1966 final vs Everton, and securing the League Cup in 1991.

coverage also includes European games and other reports, such as the appointment of Trevor Francis as Manager in 1991 and Ron Atkinson in 1989 & again in 1997 and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Wednesday fans.

Stoke City Football Newpaper Book

Capture the history and greatest moments of Stoke through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Stokes’ 1906 win over Blackburn in the FA Cup, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century.

Top early stories include, gaining promotion to Division 1 in 1922, after beating Bristol City 3-0, the 6-1 thrashing of Chelsea in 1939 (and again in 1947) and the tragic 1946 FA Cup tie at Bolton where 38 fans sadly died.

Read about the marathon 9hr 22min cup game against Bury in 1955 which Stoke eventually won 3-2.

Read how Stan Matthews signed for Stoke again in 1961, the team’s 100 year celebrations in 1963, and the British cash transfer record in 1974, when Stoke paid £340,000 for England goal keeper Peter Shilton.

Relive the excitement of gaining promotion to Division 1 in 1979, promotion again in the 2002 play offs and much much more.

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Stoke fans.

Barnsley Football Newspaper Book

Capture the history and greatest moments of ‘Barnsley FC’ through the newspapers, as written at the time.

Starting with coverage of Barnsley’s 3-0 win over Everton in 1910 FA Cup Semi-Final, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th and 21st century.

Early top stories include the 1910 FA Cup Final against Newcastle, winning the FA Cup in 1912 against West Brom, the 7-0 thrashing of West Ham in 1919, and 5-0 massacre over Derby in 1922.

Read about how a record home crowd of 40,245 witnessed Barnsley beat Stoke 2-1 in 1936, the 7-1 domination of Charlton in 1958, gaining promotion to Div3 in 1979, and the joy of promotion to The Premiership in 1997. The top stories and matches are covered and much much more..

Newspaper coverage continues right up to the end of last season. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Barnsley fans.