Once Upon a Time in La Liga (Paperback)

Paperback. Brendan Madden delves into archives and secret files, and speaks to those who were there, to uncover Spanish footballs most incredible hidden stories.Perfect for anyone interested in Spanish football or wider Spanish culture and history.In this passionately crafted collection brimming with compelling characters, youll learn about:The team-mates persecuted by Francos regime for a humble protestHow the fastest winger in the land became a Nazi spyThe boy abandoned at an orphanage who became a rebellious generational talentTwo rising stars caught in one of Spains deadliest firesThe boardroom figures who defied ETA and Galicias drug cartelsJohan Cruyffs bizarre stint at LevanteThe extraordinary life of the man who gave the world tiki-takaHow a Blackpool lad became the cherished voice of Spanish TVThe goal that shook Barcelona in the middle of the nightThe profound connection between Cadizs carnival and its football clubMeet new heroes and villains in this meticulously researched anthology, which offers a vivid, deeply human glimpse into Spanish football and the culture, politics and history that shaped it. Brendan Madden delves into archives and secret files, and speaks to those who were there, to uncover Spanish footballs most incredible hidden stories. This meticulously researched anthology offers a vivid, deeply human glimpse into Spanish football and the culture, politics and history that shaped it. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…