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Book: In the shadow of the Big Five
Book: In the shadow of the Big Five
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Book: In the shadow of the Big Five

Ref:  B575

A journey through the history of European soccer to understand why certain mythical nations and clubs, once at the top, have lost their lustre. From Flórián Albert, Ballon d'Or winner in 1967, to Dynamo Kiev 's triumphs in 1975 and 1986, to Greece's incredible victory at Euro 2004, this book deciphers the past glory and fall of football legends. A must-read for fans of soccer history and culture.

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288 pages

Why are once-victorious nations and legendary clubs such as Celtic Glasgow, FC Porto and Anderlecht now struggling to establish themselves in the major leagues? This book looks back at the mythical moments of soccer's "lost nations" and offers an in-depth analysis of their decline.

From Flórián Albert, Ballon d'Or winner in 1967, to the exploits of Dynamo Kiev and the unexpected triumph of Greece in 2004, this book explores the economic, political and sporting reasons behind these trajectories. A collective of European soccer experts plunges you into a rich and fascinating investigation where history and soccer meet, offering a unique look at the evolution of the game and its great forgotten dynasties.

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