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Kicking Off Around the World: 55 Stories from When Football Met Politics
SKU: 9780745348797
₹2,004.82
Explore 55 gripping tales where football shaped world history and politics. This captivating book reveals how soccer matches have triggered wars, challenged dictatorships, and fueled national liberation struggles across the globe. Journey through critical 20th-century moments, from anti-colonial rebellions and class conflicts to Nazism, communism, and sectarian strife, all viewed through the lens of football. Packed with anecdotes and little-known facts, it covers the women’s game and stories from Britain, the USA, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. A must-read for football fanatics, history enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the powerful intersection of sports and society.
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