A Tournament Frozen in Time

The Wonderful Randomness of the European Cup Winners Cup

Steven Scragg

• Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd
• eBook ISBN:
  9781785316104
• Year: 2019

A nostalgic journey through a bygone era of European football.A Tournament Frozen in Time celebrates the European Cup Winners' Cup, a competition known for its unpredictable nature and captivating underdog stories. Steven Scragg expertly chronicles the tournament's history, from its humble beginnings to its dramatic conclusion, highlighting the clubs and players that defined its unique character.

Relive the glory days of teams like Dinamo Tbilisi, Aberdeen, and KV Mechelen, and explore the tournament's impact on domestic cup competitions across Europe. Discover the captivating stories behind the matches, the players, and the cultural context that made the Cup Winners' Cup a beloved spectacle. This is a must-read for football enthusiasts and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the sport's rich history.

Table of contents

• Cover Page
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Contents
• Dedication
• Acknowledgements
• Introduction
• 1. 1980/81
• 2. Bloc Party
• 3. Full of Eastern Promise
• 4. A Catalan Love Affair and Other Iberian Adventures
• 5. Pre-Nouveau Riche Glories and a Very British Domination
• 6. Forza Italia
• 7. Robbie and the Purple and Whites, Plus Other Adventures Through the Low Countries
• 8. Everton 1985
• 9. West Germanic Tendencies and French Fancies
• 10. Welsh Endeavours
• 11. Ferguson at the Double
• 12. The Last Stretch, a Speculative Effort and the Final Final
• Afterword
• Photos