“A great background spanning almost a hundred years on the men who made everything that followed possible. A must-read for any Manchester United fan.” –Gary Neville, former Manchester United captain
“At a time when money is king in football, this is an important insight into just how humble the beginnings of Manchester United were. These are human football stories but they also provide a slice of Manchester’s social history.” –John Murray, BBC Football Correspondent
The Men Who Made Manchester United brings you the definitive history of Manchester United before Sir Matt Busby’s post-war halcyon days.
Inside are tales that will make you squirm, laugh and cry, including:The transfer fee of two freezers of ice creamThe tragic death of a young footballer and his forgotten familyThe fight for the right to unioniseEdwardian Cockney RedsSevered fingers and the pelting stones of the angry residents of Budapest
As Victorian Britain was gripped by ‘the football craze’, eight men laid the foundations at one of the world’s greatest clubs. These pioneers ranged from miners to brewery owners, fitness fanatics to portly beer drinkers. From Stretford, Ancoats, Birmingham, Bolton, Darlington, Chirk and Crewe, some were rebels, others were leaders. All were grafters.
This is the story behind the club’s name and colours, the building of Old Trafford, the founding of the PFA and the creation of the Academy. It’s filled with tales that will fascinate and entertain, making it the perfect gift for Manchester United fans!
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An irresistibly dippable diary of Red Devils history – with an entry for every day of the year The fascinating story of Old Trafford legend, Sam McIlroy A look back at the greatest moments in Manchester United’s history The story behind Manchester United’s name and colours, and the men who made the club what it is today Delight in Man United’s 50 most thrilling games An emotional tale of football fandom, fatherhood and a love of Manchester United
Publisher : Pitch Publishing Ltd
Publication date : 16 Oct. 2023
Edition : First Edition
Language : English
Print length : 416 pages
ISBN-10 : 1801500851
ISBN-13 : 978-1801500852
Item weight : 517 g
Dimensions : 14.4 x 3.81 x 22.2 cm
