A History of the Women's FA Cup Final
Uncovering the hidden history of the greatest prize in the English game. Most football fans know about the Matthews Cup final of '53, Sunderland and Stokoe in '73, Southampton shocking Manchester United in '76, West Ham toppling Arsenal in '80 and Wigan upsetting the odds to see off Manchester City in 2013, but what are the equivalent magic moments and legendary figures from the women's game? The Women's FA Cup is now 50 years old, but its history remains hidden with many incredible stories untold, until now. 'A History of the Women's FA Cup Final' includes a complete list of all the facts and figures including leading scorers, appearance makers, and most successful players and managers. Featuring a match report on every final played to date and interviews with some of the greatest players ever to grace the pitch, this is more than just a stats book - it tells the story of the great clubs and individuals who brought the competition to life and whose efforts in the early years paved the way for the professional women's game as we know it today.
Author: Chris Slegg
Format: Paperback, 156mm x 234mm
Published: 2021, The History Press Ltd, United Kingdom
Genre: Ball Games: Field & Outdoor
Uncovering the hidden history of the greatest prize in the English game. Most football fans know about the Matthews Cup final of '53, Sunderland and Stokoe in '73, Southampton shocking Manchester United in '76, West Ham toppling Arsenal in '80 and Wigan upsetting the odds to see off Manchester City in 2013, but what are the equivalent magic moments and legendary figures from the women's game? The Women's FA Cup is now 50 years old, but its history remains hidden with many incredible stories untold, until now. 'A History of the Women's FA Cup Final' includes a complete list of all the facts and figures including leading scorers, appearance makers, and most successful players and managers. Featuring a match report on every final played to date and interviews with some of the greatest players ever to grace the pitch, this is more than just a stats book - it tells the story of the great clubs and individuals who brought the competition to life and whose efforts in the early years paved the way for the professional women's game as we know it today.