Kicked into Touch: Plus Extra Time

by Fred Eyre

Fred Eyre's sporting life began full of promise when he became Manchester City's first-ever apprentice. He never made their first team. In fact, he seldom made anyone's first team. As he plummeted down the leagues, he had something few footballers a stud-sharp memory and an ability to write humorously about the sport he loves. Originally published in 1981, Kicked into Touch has become an enigma—selling more than a million copies yet still retaining cult status within the sport and among fans. This new version has been completely revised, extended and updated, with a set of photographs included. It is set to reach a new generation of soccer fans looking for an antidote to the glib reportage of a sport lost to showbusiness.

304 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2006

Reviews

[Stephen · Rating 5 out of 5]

There is no better football autobiography on the market, Fred may not have lit up the world of football but with his graft, determination and sense of humour his story is one of the most entertaining in the industry. I met Fred and he is as charming and friendly as he comes across in the book.