Pioneer: The Autobiography of Gordon Jago

Few people have made such an impact on football across the globe as Gordon Jago. A former Charlton centre-half, he made his biggest impression as a manager. In England, he created the foundation for the best QPR side in history and transformed the identity of Millwall. In the US, he was involved in the 1994 World Cup and the creation of the MLS.

Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 30 August 2021
Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd

Few individuals have left such a profound and lasting impact on the world of football in so many diverse regions as Gordon Jago. Jago, a towering and contemplative center-half with Charlton Athletic, made his most significant mark as a manager. In England, he laid the groundwork for the most illustrious Queens Park Rangers side in history, sparking speculation about his potential candidacy for the national team. Before revitalizing the identity of one of the country's most notorious clubs, Millwall, Jago transformed the fortunes of Charlton Athletic. He resigned from the Den on principle following a controversial episode of BBC TV's Panorama and relocated to the United States. He spent some time in Florida before settling in Texas. From there, he became deeply involved in the political aspects of the North American game, participating in discussions about America's potential hosting of the 1994 World Cup and the establishment of the MLS. After retiring from coaching, Jago remained actively involved in the Dallas Cup, a significant component of the cultural heritage of the North American game. His dedication to youth football was recognized with an MBE in 2006.

Weight: 588g
Dimension: 163 x 241 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781785318573