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The Wizard of the Wing

By Luca Carrera

The Wizard of the Wing Sports

The Wizard of the Wing

By Luca Carrera

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Sir Stanley Matthews was football's first global superstar-and perhaps its most principled. In a career that spanned 33 years, two world wars, and more than 700 matches, Matthews dazzled generations with his balletic dribbling, steely discipline, and unparalleled sportsmanship. From his cobbled-street childhood in Stoke-on-Trent to the thunderous roars of Wembley, he redefined what it meant to be a footballer-and a gentleman.
The Wizard of the Wing tells the complete story of the man who became the first footballer knighted while still playing, whose influence reached from the terraces of Blackpool to the townships of apartheid South Africa. This is the definitive biography of the player who never received a booking, never courted fame, and never lost the love of the game. Rich with vivid storytelling, rare insight, and unforgettable voices, it's a journey through football history as seen through the boots of its purest artist.
Product details
Number of Pages:
222
Release Date:
2025-06-04
Publication Date:
2025-06-04
Publisher:
Independently Published
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1923504363
ISBN13:
9781923504363
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
634 g
Height:
157 cm
Width:
235 cm
Thickness:
19 cm
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