Real Footballers' Wives

Behind every successful man is a good woman, and in that respect football is no different than any other walk of life. Every player who pulled on the royal blue of Everton Football Club was somebody's hero and, in the heat of battle, it's hard to imagine them as anything other than just that. But when the final whistle blew and the fans dispersed to discuss the merits of the match, the players threw their kits into the laundry room and went home to resume their roles of husband, provider and father. Real Footballers' Wives provides a unique insight into the lives of our heroes from the women who loved them. The wives were the cornerstones of their success both on and off the pitch. Steadfast and loyal, their unsung contribution is woven into the history of this great club, but until now their stories remained untold. Each chapter is poignant and compelling, telling of the loneliness, ecstasy, pride, laughter and agony they encountered, spanning four decades from the halcyon days of the Championship-winning teams of the early '60s.These magnificent women, who made many personal sacrifices for their husbands' glory, tell their personal, touching and unique recollections that would otherwise have been lost in the mists of time.

Book Details

ISBN: 9781840188790
Publisher: Mainstream
Publication Date: 15 September 2004
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Pages: 236 p.