Football for the Soul journeys through the European game – from Bilbao to Berlin, Paris, Naples, Amsterdam and beyond – drawing on candid personal interviews to get to the heart of what makes football special and why it matters so much. By BBC Sport journalist Alex Bysouth. Exploring and uncovering some of the most unusual and intriguing stories in European football, this unique book includes:Exclusive behind-the-scenes access at Athletic Club in Bilbao, featuring interviews with players, directors, fans and journalistsFresh insight into the Berlin football scene, from those who live and breathe it.
An exclusive interview with Johan Cruyff’s trusted former right-hand man and extensive details about his legacy at Ajax and beyondReflections from a unique Parisian derby and time spent with Red Star, one of France’s oldest clubsUnique and wholesome personal stories from the football world, including with Andorra’s record-breaking, shirt-collecting former captainOn-the-ground interviews in Naples with the city’s second club to tell their unusual storyAccess to Serie A legends during a weekend spent discovering the cult of Italian football nostalgiaUntold tales from the teams behind the non-league Champions League and a pioneering new multi-club ownership model Fans seeking feel-good, wholesome tales that elucidate our deep love for the beautiful game should read Football for the Soul.
ROYAL MAIL TRACKED 48 Delivered to You Third Week June 2025
Some publishers release new titles early, so our ETA above could change.Published: June 9, 2025Price: £14.99 Paperback: 288 pagesISBN-10: 1836801742ISBN-13: 978-1836801740Dimensions: 216 x 138 (mm)