Tommy Lawton: Head and Shoulders Above the Rest

Tommy Lawton was a prolific center-forward who scored 46 goals in 46 England games during a 20-year career, including wartime fixtures. He was renowned for his sportsmanship and was described as the greatest header of the ball by Stanley Matthews.

Format: Hardback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 05 October 2020
Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd

Tommy Lawton, a legendary figure in the world of football, had a remarkable 20-year career that was marked by his exceptional goal-scoring prowess. During this period, he captivated audiences at numerous top-level clubs, showcasing his incredible talent in front of goal. Before the Second World War, Lawton had an illustrious stint with Burnley and Everton, where he made a significant impact on the football field. When the war broke out, he enlisted in the British army and played for a host of clubs as part of his war effort.

After the war, Lawton continued to excel in his career. He maintained an impressive average of more than one goal every other game, playing for Everton, Chelsea, Notts County, Brentford, and Arsenal. He even served as a player-manager for these teams. Additionally, he had another spell as a player boss at Kettering. In his 46 England games, both before and after the war, Lawton scored an impressive 46 goals.

However, it is worth noting that his impressive stats would have been even more remarkable if not for the impact of the war. Lawton was a deadly striker, both in the air and with either foot, and he was renowned for his sportsmanship throughout his career. He was never booked during his entire playing career, showcasing his exceptional discipline and fair play.

Head and Shoulders Above the Rest is a tribute to Tommy Lawton, a swashbuckling center-forward who was described by Stanley Matthews as "quite simply, the greatest header of the ball I ever saw." This book pays homage to the legacy of a football legend who left an indelible mark on the sport, both on and off the field.

Weight: 572g
Dimension: 163 x 241 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781785318016