Scragg, Steven
In the Heat of the Midday Sun: The Indelible Story of the 1986 World Cup
- ISBN 13:
- 9781801500975
- author:
- Scragg, Steven
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Pitch Publishing Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 3.3 x 22.2 x 22.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Sports & Recreation, Soccer, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The 1986 World Cup was a tournament like no other, broadcast to a global audience via satellite images that seemed almost otherworldly. The Mexico City earthquake just eight months earlier had left the Estadio Azteca venue in doubt, but it was still able to host some of the greatest footballers of all time. This book tells the story of a World Cup that was held together by more than just skill and determination. The tournament was blessed with the presence of icons such as Sócrates, Platini, and Diego Maradona, who would go on to make some of the most unforgettable moments in football history. But it was also a tournament marked by controversy and drama, with the Mexico City earthquake and the subsequent hosting rights debacle adding to the sense of uncertainty. This is a fascinating and evocative account of a World Cup that will appeal to football fans and history buffs alike. With its unique blend of football, drama, and history, this book is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the 1986 World Cup.
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