Fortune's Always Hiding: From Stratford to Seville

A football season ticket is a big commitment, but supporting a club like West Ham is a marriage of convenience. Paul Brand's book "Fortune's Always Hiding" takes us through the Hammers' recent history, from the final days at Upton Park to a European semi-final. It resonates with anyone who's invested in their favorite team's fortunes, covering fit and proper owners, Leicester's fairy tale, VAR, corporate greed, Covid lockdowns, and the Three Lions renaissance.

Format: Hardback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 09 January 2023
Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd

A football season ticket is a significant commitment, but it can be a thrilling experience if you're guaranteed a good time, like watching sexy football and your team securing three points, like Manchester City. However, supporting a club like West Ham, with its prestigious stature, can be seen as a marriage of convenience. In his book, Fortune's Always Hiding, Paul Brand takes us on a journey through West Ham's recent history, offering a fan's perspective that feels like a personal diary from a West Ham fan aged 403/4. Spanning a turbulent period, from the final days at Upton Park to a European semi-final, this captivating account will resonate with anyone who has foolishly invested their happiness in their favorite team's fortunes. Brand covers various topics, including the arrival of fit and proper owners, the remarkable Leicester fairy tale, the introduction of VAR (video assistant referee), the prevalence of corporate greed, the impact of COVID-19 lockdowns, and the renewed optimism surrounding the England national football team (the Three Lions). Whether you're a passionate West Ham supporter or someone who has become disillusioned with the modern game but can't bear to give it up, this book is a must-read. It provides a deep insight into the club's past and present, offering a unique perspective on the challenges and joys of being a football fan in the 21st century.

Weight: 494g
Dimension: 223 x 144 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781801504164