Sir Bobby Robson: Living the Game
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The first illustrated celebration of the life of Sir Bobby Robson, one of the most successful managers ever, much loved and respected throughout the world of football. For over fifty years (he joined Fulham in 1950) he has been involved football at the highest level, as a player, playing at First Division and international level (21 caps), coach and international coach (1982-90). As well as the triumphs, capturing the FA Cup and UEFA Cup with Ipswich, two exhilarating World Cup campaigns with England, and winning three cups and the respect of the fans at Barcelona, he has had his share of drama and despair. He was sacked from his first management position at Fulham and again later on in his career from Sporting Lisbon, he was hounded by the press whilst England coach, and has twice recovered from cancer. Bob Harris, a close acquaintance of Sir Bobby's, tells the football manager's own story, which is exclusively interlaced with stories and anecdotes from many of the most famous names in football. Sir Bobby is a living legend and this is a tribute to his amazing life.
Author: Bob Harris
Format: Hardback, 224 pages, 190mm x 250mm, 1068 g
Published: 2003, Orion Publishing Co, United Kingdom
Genre: Biography: Sport
Description
The first illustrated celebration of the life of Sir Bobby Robson, one of the most successful managers ever, much loved and respected throughout the world of football. For over fifty years (he joined Fulham in 1950) he has been involved football at the highest level, as a player, playing at First Division and international level (21 caps), coach and international coach (1982-90). As well as the triumphs, capturing the FA Cup and UEFA Cup with Ipswich, two exhilarating World Cup campaigns with England, and winning three cups and the respect of the fans at Barcelona, he has had his share of drama and despair. He was sacked from his first management position at Fulham and again later on in his career from Sporting Lisbon, he was hounded by the press whilst England coach, and has twice recovered from cancer. Bob Harris, a close acquaintance of Sir Bobby's, tells the football manager's own story, which is exclusively interlaced with stories and anecdotes from many of the most famous names in football. Sir Bobby is a living legend and this is a tribute to his amazing life.
Sir Bobby Robson: Living the Game