Blood, Sweat, and Glory How the West Midlands Made Football What It Is Today
In the birthplace of the Football League, intense rivalries persist. Steve Tongue's "West Midlands Turf Wars" charts the epic story of football in England's industrial heart, from Villa-Blues blood feuds to Wolves-Albion battles. Legends such as Matthews, Wright, and Hill provide insight into how this region influenced the development of the beautiful game. More than just a sports book, it's the tale of how working-class communities forged football's soul. The third volume in his acclaimed series demonstrates that despite the game's global reach, its heart remains strongest in the West Midlands.
