Dimensions
128 x 197 x 20mm
In 'The Nation Holds Its Breath', Eoghan Corry takes the most memorable words written or spoken about the much loved game of soccer and amasses them into a treasury of the great and the good. 'The Nation Holds Its Breath' covers the full expanse of Irish and international soccer with quotes from players, managers, coaches and referees, journalists and commentators, balladeers and mentors - and from the many loyal and devoted fans. This collection of over 1,000 of the most memorable soccer quotations will amuse and absorb readers, bringing together the unforgettable, outstanding, brilliant words of all those soccer greats. From Jack's Army to the new kids on the block, with many contributions from our own Roy Keane, this collection features hilarious quotes and asides from Irish and international soccer that will appeal to all ages.