Publisher's Synopsis
Lists and explains more than 800 of the sayings that football commentators use. Is an enjoyable reference tool which can increase readers' understanding of English language football commentaries and colloquial English expressions in general."Brilliant! This is the first book of this type I have come across. It has really helped me understand the football commentators whilst watching the games. Tommy really knows his stuff." - S. Theaker, Mobipocket website, June 2008. "I had no idea there were so many sayings! - What a great book! At last someone has taken the time to explain all the sayings that football commentators come out with. Children watching and learning about football will love this book." - Tony Dancaster, Mobipocket website, June 2008. "Brilliant reminder of my school days and all the football sayings that are used in the world game. Funny and a clever insight into how people and their imagination look at things such as the most popular game in the world."- Steve Briggs, Mobipocket website, June 2008. "Entertaining.-We have all heard these sayings but now we have easy explanations and some very funny illustrations to call on. A must read football book for fans everywhere." - Paul Truman, Mobipocket website, June 2008.
