The ultimate authority on soccer in Europe kicks off a completely revised second edition with everything fans want to know about the teams, stars, and coaches. Photos.
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The first sports title published by Rough Guides, one of the hippest series of travel and reference books anywhere, European Football is, well, a real kick. The book covers soccer on the continent from A (Austria) to Y (Yugoslavia), entertainingly rolling out comprehensive and practical information on every important team and--a real plus for soccer-obsessed travelers--the countries and cities in which they play. In addition to team highlights and histories, European Football points you in the right direction for acquiring tickets, getting to the stadium, what the souvenir and concession stands sell, where to stay, what to eat, and, if that's not enough, how to get onto the club's Web site. Its best bit of advice? "An English football ground is one of the few places in the world where you can eat a boiled hamburger--avoid them at all costs."
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...Cresswell Andevans not only deliver the goods but do so with wit and panache. -- The Big Issue, UK
...one of the best things to have come out of the explosion in footie literature. -- Maxim, UK
A chunk of heaven has arrived on the bookshelves....the Rough Guide to European Football is an utter triumph. -- The Guardian, Paul Hayward, London, UK
An invaluable handbook. -- The Times, London, UK
Book of the month...commendable...fills the yawning gap left by conventional travel guides...invaluable, the authors have left no stone unturned. -- World Soccer, January 2000
Certain not to disappoint...an essential resource. -- Birmingham Post, UK
Could become a niche classic...an invaluable companion. -- The Times, London, UK
Even at first glance it makes the Rothman's yearbook read like a memo from Graham Kelly -- South London Mercury, London, UK
Superb...not only an informative reference work, but an entertaining read. -- Programme Monthly & Football Collectable, January 2000, UK
The perfect guide...packed with excellent information. -- Daily Telegraph, London, UK
...one of the best things to have come out of the explosion in footie literature. -- Maxim, UK
A chunk of heaven has arrived on the bookshelves....the Rough Guide to European Football is an utter triumph. -- The Guardian, Paul Hayward, London, UK
An invaluable handbook. -- The Times, London, UK
Book of the month...commendable...fills the yawning gap left by conventional travel guides...invaluable, the authors have left no stone unturned. -- World Soccer, January 2000
Certain not to disappoint...an essential resource. -- Birmingham Post, UK
Could become a niche classic...an invaluable companion. -- The Times, London, UK
Even at first glance it makes the Rothman's yearbook read like a memo from Graham Kelly -- South London Mercury, London, UK
Superb...not only an informative reference work, but an entertaining read. -- Programme Monthly & Football Collectable, January 2000, UK
The perfect guide...packed with excellent information. -- Daily Telegraph, London, UK
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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Excellent Primer to European Football,
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This review is from: European football, a fan's handbook - the rough guide (Paperback)
Covers every major club in every European city. Trophies, players, great moments all covered in very readable style. Excellent tips on transportation, lodging and dining. Perhaps the most interesting section is the "Ultra Culture", detailing the hooligan aspects of the respective teams and cities. In other words, where not to go. Fantastic reading. Can't wait for the next edition
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A fantastic introduction to the world of European football,
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This review is from: European football, a fan's handbook - the rough guide (Paperback)
I was interested in trying to bone up on my soccer so I could converse intelligently with my relatives in Italy, and this book fit the bill perfectly. Written most directly for use by English-speaking fans who might actually travel to see the powerhouse teams covered, the book is still a fantastic primer on the history of the clubs, and the current gossip as of time of publication (1998.) If you're new to soccer and looking for a little insight into the world of Europe's beautiful game, or just want to read a comprehensive overview of the field that's not afraid to voice a strong opinion or two, this book will not disappoint.
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A PHENOMENAL GUIDE TO EUROPEAN SOCCER CLUBS,
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This review is from: European Football: The Rough Guide (Rough Guides) (Paperback)
I purchased this book with the hopes of reading something different than the normal coaching manuals that seem to take up so much space. Boy was I thrilled to see an actual book that tells you EVERYTHING you want/need to know about the top clubs from virtually every nation in Europe. From where to buy tickets to how to get to the stadium, this book is worth every penny.
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The Austrians have always been keen to distinguish themselves from their neighbours to the East but in football terms, if little else, they are now in the same mire. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
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The Austrians have always been keen to distinguish themselves from their neighbours to the East but in football terms, if little else, they are now in the same mire. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
World Cup, European Cup, Real Madrid, West Germany, Bayern Munich, Canal Plus, Colours All, Intertoto Cup, Colours Red, San Siro, Dynamo Kiev, Sky Sports, English Premiership, West Ham, Nou Camp, Old Trafford, Borussia Dortmund, Soviet Union, Croatia Zagreb, Aston Villa, Old Firm, Stade de France, Vasil Levski, Athletic Bilbao, Czech Republic New!
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