A football memento with a hidden secret received as a promotional gift serves as a reminder of family bonds and glimpses into the world of the press box
Search: 'World Cup 1970'
Stories
Translated by Liz Waters
Simon & Schuster, £25
Reviewed by David Stubbs
From WSC 426, November/December 2022
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Uwe Seeler captains West Germany in the 1966 World Cup final. Offside
The countless goals scored for both Hamburg and Germany by “Our Uwe”, who died in July, were matched by off-field charm as he became a national institution
Joy erupts around Wembley as supporters, players and support staff enjoy England’s victory over Germany. Getty Images
For 160 years women have been denied the opportunities afforded to men, but now the fightback is on
Biteback Publishing, £20
Reviewed by Tom Lines
From WSC 418, March 2022
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