Publisher's Synopsis
Is it your goal to be crowned the ultimate ruler of Crystal Palace trivia contests?
If so, you should prepare yourself for conquest after conquest by reading the newest trivia and fact book on the famous English soccer club!
The London-based team nicknamed the Eagles, is one of the nation's oldest and most beloved outfits since officially being formed in 1905. Support for the side is as strong as ever over 100 years later.
All the squad's ups and downs are included in the book, from the very first divisional title to their latest league triumph.
Included in the pages are many of Palace's most beloved and unforgettable characters such as Ian Wright, Mark Bright, Wilfried Zaha, Andy Johnson, Johnny Byrne, Dougie Freedman, Peter Simpson, Ted Smith, Clinton Morrison, Dwight Gayle, George Clarke, Albert Harry, Nigel Martyn, Jim Cannon, Julián Speroni, Kenny Sansom, Geoff Thomas, Peter Taylor, John "Jack" Robson, Steve Coppell, Tony Pulis, Dave Bassett, Attilio Lombardo, Ted Birnie, Gareth Southgate, Mile Jedinak, Tony Popovic, and Hayden Mullins.
You'll be able to polish up on your Eagles' knowledge by answering tough-tackling, fun-filled trivia questions such as:
* What was the club's original nickname before being changed to the Eagles?
* Which side did Palace play in its first match in the Football League?
* Who was the first Palace player to be capped by an international team?
* Gareth Southgate captained the Eagles to victory in which domestic competition?
* How many stints did Steve Coppell have as a full-time manager of the team?
With 240 skill-testing trivia questions in 12 different quizzes, along with 120 intriguing and educational "Did You Know?" facts, you'll soon become a proud Palace expert. Some questions may stump you, but when you've finished the book, you'll be in prime position to take on every Eagles challenge.
Be sure you're fully prepared for the kickoff of the next Crystal Palace trivia contest by taking the time out to read this latest trivia, fact, and quiz book!
