FOOTBALL There's a Golden Sky How twenty years of the Premier League has changed football forever Ian Ridley The Premier League marks its 20th anniversary in 2011. Ian Ridley portrays how both the game itself and society's relationship with it have changed over those two decades. Seeking to discover if the soul of the game still exists, he has woven together a rich and fascinating story of football's metamorphosis from social outcast to favourite child. 978 1 4081 3040 7 • Hardback • 234x156mm • 240pp • Colour photos • £18.99 Territory: WO

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Kissing the Badge How much do you know about 20 years of the Premier League? Phil Ascough A strangely addictive read celebrating two decades of the glitz and glamour, wonder and weirdness of top-flight football. Test your knowledge and release your inner football anorak. 978 1 4081 5636 0 • Paperback • 198x129 • 176pp • £7.99 Territory: WO

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Life with Sir Alex A Fan's Story of Ferguson's 25 Years at Manchester United Will Tidey Sir Alex Ferguson celebrates 25 years in charge of Manchester United in November 2011. Life with Sir Alex tells the story of his managerial reign from the point of view of a supporter – through the ups and downs and the creation of three hugely successful teams. 978-1-4081-4951-5 • Paperback • 198x129mm • 240pp• Colour photos • £9.99 Territory: WO

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Football, Fascism and Fandom The UltraS of Italian Football Alberto Testa & Gary Armstrong A fascinating examination of the UltraS – the Italian hardcore, neofascist fans attached to the two main football clubs in Rome – the Boys at AS Roma and the Irriducibili at SS Lazio. This is a unique and incredibly interesting study of a group that had not been examined in depth before now. 978 1 4081 2371 3 • Paperback • 234x153mm • 256pp • Black & white photos • £19.99 Territory: WO

Every Boy's Dream England's Football Future on the Line Chris Green Examines football youth development at a time when the national teams often struggle to qualify for international tournaments. With the wealthiest league in the world and untold riches at its disposal, why does British football continue to fail to nurture top-class homegrown talent?

‘A copy of which should be on the desk of the manager, coach or proprietor of every football club in the land as soon as possible.’ The Daily Telegraph 978 1 4081 1216 8 • Paperback • 198x129mm • 224pp • £9.99 Territory: WO

Football Fables Iain Macintosh A hilarious and fascinating selection of football tales from leading players and managers in the game. Some are outrageous, some sad, some downright bizarre - all are true, from the men who were there when it mattered. 978 0 7136 8954 9 • Paperback • 234x156mm • 192pp • £9.99 Territory: WO

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w w w . a c b l a c k . c o m / s p o r t Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Football But Were too Afraid to Ask Iain Macintosh Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Football But Were Too Afraid to Ask explains the sport in a light-hearted and accessible way. It is a witty guide to the laws, tactics, competitions and etiquette of the game for all new fans or 'football widows'. 978 1 4081 1496 4 • Paperback • 198x129mm • 128pp • Black & white illustrations • £6.99 Territory: WO

Freestyle Football Street Moves Tricks, Stepovers and Passes Sean D'Arcy Freestyle Football Street Moves shows you how to perform the skills that every keen footballer wants to master. Aimed at children from 8-16 years. 978 1 4081 1280 9 • Paperback • 175x150mm • 128pp • Colour photos • £7.99 Territory: WO

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Eat for Goals! Football heroes' healthy recipes Thirteen top international footballers share their favourite recipes and what food they like to eat to help them play well. Produced in conjunction with UEFA, the World Heart Federation and the European Commission, this colourful book explains the link between healthy eating and performance. 978 1 4081 3067 4 • Paperback • 210x210mm • 96pp • Colour illustrations and photos • £7.99 Territory: WE

Football - Raise Your Mental Game Richard Nugent & Steve Brown Football coaches and players are increasingly having to look for that additional 'psychological edge' – mental discipline is the fastest growing aspect in football coaching. Football – Raise Your Mental Game takes principles from a number of areas of psychology and applies them in an accessible way. 978 0 7136 8879 5 • Paperback • 216x138mm • 160pp • £12.99 Territory: WO

SAQ Football Speed, agility and quickness for football 2nd edition Alan Pearson Football demands a wide range of skills, including multi-directional, explosive acceleration and lightningquick reactions. SAQ Football is a cutting-edge training system, developed by some of the world’s leading coaches and players. 978 0 7136 7901 4 • Paperback • 230x189xmm • 224pp • Black & white photos & line drawings • £14.99 Territory: WOXCUSA • Rights Sold: Slovak

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SAQ Women's Soccer Speed, agility and quickness for Soccer Alan Pearson This guide carries a complete training and conditioning programme for female soccer players. Featuring the development of foundation SAQ Training skills such as multi-directional, agility and quickness, it incorporates core training, an essential conditioning element for sportswomen. 978 0 7136 6377 8 • Paperback • 230x189mm • 176pp • £14.99 Territory: WO • Rights Sold: Chinese w w w . a c b l a c k . c o m / s p o r t

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