{"product_id":"angels-with-dirty-faces-the-footballing-history-of-argentina-9781399621298","title":"Angels With Dirty Faces: The Footballing History of Argentina","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe book \"Angels with Dirty Faces\" is a revised and updated history of Argentinian football, covering the sport's development over the last ten years, from the chaos and violence of the 2018 Copa Libertadores final to the revitalized national side under manager Lionel Scaloni's triumphs at the 2019 Copa América and the 2022 World Cup. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 608 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 07 December 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Orion Publishing Co\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe captivating story of Argentinian football is a tapestry woven with both the sublime and the ruthlessly pragmatic elements. As an author who has lived in Buenos Aires, Jonathan Wilson possesses the unique vantage point to chart the evolution of this beloved sport in a country that breathes football, its theories, and its myths.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this fully revised and updated edition, Wilson delves into the contrasting trajectory of Argentinian football over the past decade. From the tumultuous and violent aftermath of the abandoned 2018 Copa Libertadores final between River Plate and Boca Juniors to the revitalized national side under the guidance of manager Lionel Scaloni, who achieved remarkable triumphs at the 2019 Copa América and the 2022 World Cup, the book offers a comprehensive exploration of the sport's development in Argentina.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eANGELS WITH DIRTY FACES stands as the definitive chronicle of a great footballing nation and its myriad paradoxes. It sheds light on the complexities and contradictions that shape the Argentine football culture, providing a deep understanding of the sport's historical, social, and cultural significance. Whether you are a passionate fan or an academic seeking to delve into the rich tapestry of Argentinian football, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the world of football.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 468g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 197 x 129 x 38 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781399621298\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jonathan Wilson","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44873479848186,"sku":"9781399621298","price":10.97,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1702057035333_book.jpg?v=1702281130","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/angels-with-dirty-faces-the-footballing-history-of-argentina-9781399621298","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}