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How To Watch Football
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  • Published: 3 August 2017
  • ISBN: 9780241978009
  • Imprint: Penguin General UK
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 288
  • RRP: $37.99
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How To Watch Football

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EBook
8 Sept 2016
Audiobook
8 Sept 2016
Paperback
3 Aug 2017
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Every armchair pundit's new favourite book -- an international bestseller

How can one striker be better than three? Why do the best defenders never need to make a tackle? What's the secret of Tiki-taka?

Welcome to Ruud Gullit's masterclass on how to 'read' a match.

From his unrivalled perspective as player, manager and pundit, the Dutch football legend shows us everything to look for in a 90-minute match. From formations and tactical decisions to player qualities and pivotal moments, Ruud Gullit unveils the hidden patterns on the pitch - as if he's sitting right there on the sofa next to you.

Packed with his acute insights, original observations and talking points sure to dazzle down the pub, How to Watch Football will quite simply change the way you see - and enjoy - the beautiful game.
  • Published: 3 August 2017
  • ISBN: 9780241978009
  • Imprint: Penguin General UK
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 288
  • RRP: $37.99
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Praise for How To Watch Football

Offers an intriguing counterpoint

Donald McRae, Guardian

Entertaining and insightful

The Times

Gullit has all the skills. An even better player than Maradona

George Best

He manages to convey the sense that football is really quite simple if you're a genius like him, but without actually being annoying. A rare talent

Metro

Ruud Gullit was the best player in the world. His sheer energy could create chances

David Winner