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The Smell of Football

Name: The Smell of Football
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Book Synopsis: When Mick Rathbone signed for Birmingham City as a 16 year-old apprentice he was living every schoolboy's dream. But when he discovered he was so nervous he was unable to speak, let alone pass the ball, in the presence of his boyhood hero and City star Trevor Francis, he realised that a career in football might not be everything he had imagined. The Smell of Football is the brutally honest and utterly unputdownable story of how 'Baz' conquered his personal demons to build a life in the game — from the terrified teenager who purposely tried to get injured in training rather than get picked for the first team, to the experienced pro who became Head of Medicine at Premier League Everton FC in charge of the treatment of the likes of Wayne Rooney, Louis Saha and Tim Cahill. Brilliantly written and packed with hilarious tales featuring a football 'who's who' cast of characters — from Sir Alf Ramsey and 'Big Sam' Allardyce to David Moyes, Duncan Ferguson and Rooney himself — The Smell of Football is an engrossing and moving memoir that covers every aspect of the professional game and gives an unprecedented insight into what life is really like at football's coalface.

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Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable journey through the exhilarating world of football? Look no further than "The Smell of Football" - a gripping memoir that will leave you breathless with excitement. Join Mick Rathbone, a former Birmingham City player, as he takes you on a rollercoaster ride through his personal triumphs and struggles in the beautiful game.

From his humble beginnings as a nervous 16-year-old apprentice to becoming the Head of Medicine at Premier League giants Everton FC, Rathbone's story is one of courage, determination, and passion. Discover how he conquered his personal demons, overcame adversity, and made a name for himself in the football industry.

Prepare to be captivated by hilarious anecdotes involving football legends like Wayne Rooney, Sir Alf Ramsey, and David Moyes. Rathbone's brutally honest writing style will give you a behind-the-scenes look at the trials and tribulations of life in football, providing a rare insight into the sport's inner workings.

"The Smell of Football" is a page-turner that will keep you hooked from start to finish. Immerse yourself in the world of football's coalface, where dreams are made and broken. Don't miss out on this unputdownable memoir that will leave you longing for more.

Ready to experience the intense emotions and adrenaline of football? Order your copy of "The Smell of Football" now and unlock the secrets of the game that will leave you forever changed.

Order now and let "The Smell of Football" transport you into the heart of the beautiful game!

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