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Gooaal!: The Joy of Football Celebrations
Gooaal!: The Joy of Football Celebrations
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Football celebrations are a vital part of the game, with backflips, finger-pointing, ear-cuffing, badge-bashing, knee-sliding, camera-mugging, and thumb-sucking being the most common. Some are controversial or political, and some have resulted in injuries. This book features 200-plus celebrations from Peter Crouch, Wayne Rooney, Paul Gascoigne, Jurgen Klinsmann, Jamie Vardy, Raheem Sterling, Alex Morgan, Bebeto, finger-wagging Jimmy Bullard, golf club-waving Craig Bellamy, and line-sniffing Robbie Fowler.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 12 October 2020
Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd
Football celebrations are an integral part of the beautiful game, adding an extra layer of excitement and passion to the sport. The Joy of Football Celebrations delves into the exhilarating moments after a goal is scored, showcasing a wide range of unique and creative celebrations.
In the past, the standard celebration consisted of a firm handshake and a brief head nod, especially for exceptional goals. However, today's football celebrations have evolved into a vibrant spectacle of acrobatics, gestures, and displays of emotion. Backflips, finger-pointing, ear-cuffing, badge-bashing, knee-sliding, camera-mugging, thumb-sucking, and even entirely original and humorous acts have become commonplace.
While some celebrations are instinctive and genuine, others are carefully planned and executed to make a statement or convey a particular message. Some celebrations are controversial or political, while others have the potential to be offensive or inappropriate. Unfortunately, a few celebrations have resulted in injuries, highlighting the need for caution and responsibility.
This book features over 200 celebrations from some of the most iconic football players in history. From Peter Crouch's iconic finger-wagging to Wayne Rooney's exuberant dance, Paul Gascoigne's wild antics, Jurgen Klinsmann's political statements, Jamie Vardy's hilarious celebrations, Raheem Sterling's dynamic displays, Alex Morgan's powerful strikes, and Bebeto's iconic golf club-waving, each celebration is captured in detail.
Through this book, readers will gain insight into the motivations behind these celebrations, the cultural and social influences that shape them, and the historical context in which they have evolved. Whether you are a football fan, a sports enthusiast, or simply someone who enjoys watching and analyzing sports, The Joy of Football Celebrations is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the deeper meaning and significance of these iconic moments in the world of football.
Weight: 222g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781785317309
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