The Rough and the Smooth- Alan Rough, Very funny book by a great character. The Footballer Who Could Fly-Duncan Hamilton. Touching memoirs of a father and son relating through football. The Bromley Boys- Dave Roberts. Better than the film,the team were even worse in reality. Jock Stein- Archie McPherson. Insight into a great manager, and how shabbily he was treated by Celtic. The Greatest game ever played- Mark Frost. Francis Ouimet's victory in the US Open. My favourite sporting book of all time The Match- also by Mark Frost. Another one for golfing afficionados, gives an insight into another era. Brian Moore's autobiography is a terrific read, but I can't remember the title. I'll even forgive his pathological hatred of the Scots. My personal favourites.
I've never been a great one for sporting biographies or tales of great sporting events. My favourite sports book is (unsurprisingly) Home & Away with Charlton Athletic by Colin Cameron - packed with wonderful stats. One day, I might get back to my historical seasons posts. I heard about a book written about football by Matt Tees, which I would like to find a copy of.
Tommy Docherty's autobiography is a cracking read. I remember when his Chairman said I am right behind you Tommy. To which Tommy replied I would like you in front of me, where I can see you. My favourite Charlton book is Home and away by Colin Cameron.
Peter Crouch's books are a massive let-down. I expected a biography full of anecdotes and insights; instead, you get plenty of unfunny jokes and dull observations. 2/10 I still like the bloke, though.
