Spanning several decades, this is the historyof British socceras told through almost 300 images This unique collection of photographs allows a rare insight into a century of great changes for the beautiful game in Britain. It was a century in which soccer players evolved from local heroes to international celebrities, clubs became quoted companies, and audiences grew to millions through television coverage. This book reveals how each step was documented by press photographers who captured every tackle, foul, glorious goal, and moment of tragedy. Now you can join them on the sidelines with almost 300 images that span the decades. Many of these pictures have lain unseen since they were first published in the newspapers and magazines of their day."