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
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Stories
Lee Clark tries to keep the ball in play as Newcastle United are defeated by Monaco in the UEFA Cup Quarter final at St James’ Park. Alamy
After playing a key role in Kevin Keegan’s promotion-winning Newcastle side, the midfielder repeated the trick with Sunderland – before things turned sour
England’s women after winning beach soccer’s European Championship. England Beach Soccer
England’s women have been European champions and are ranked third in the world, but neither they nor the men get support beyond being able to wear the kit
Translated by Liz Waters
Simon & Schuster, £25
Reviewed by David Stubbs
From WSC 426, November/December 2022
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