In the Heat of the Midday Sun

The Indelible Story of the 1986 World Cup

Steven Scragg

• Publisher: Pitch Publishing
• eBook ISBN:
  9781801502634
• Year: 2022

Relive the magic of Mexico '86. Steven Scragg's In the Heat of the Midday Sun captures the indelible story of the 1986 World Cup, a tournament viewed through shimmering satellite images and commentaries broadcast from the moon.

Journey back to Mexico, where Colombia's failed bid paved the way for Diego Maradona's greatest—and most infamous—moments. Beyond Argentina's gifted son, witness the brilliance of Sócrates, Platini, Francescoli, and Elkjær.

More than just a sports recap, this is a cultural odyssey, exploring the social and political echoes of a World Cup held together by Sellotape. Discover the stories behind the goals, the controversies, and the enduring legacy of a tournament that defined a generation. Perfect for football fans and history buffs alike, this is your ticket to relive the drama of Mexico '86. Why buy now? Because the greatest stories never fade.

Table of contents

• Cover
• Title Page
• Copyright
• Contents
• Acknowledgements
• Introduction
• 1. Colombia ’86
• 2. Paco’s Panini Album
• 3. The Hand of God
• 4. A, B, C, as Easy as 1, 2, 3
• 5. Eastenders
• 6. DEF Jam
• 7. Northern Lights
• 8. The Tragedy of Big Jock and the Unluckiness of the Draw
• 9. We’ve Got the Whole World at Our Feet
• 10. Sweet Last Sixteen?
• 11. The Self-Preservation Society
• 12. The Game that Refreshes the Parts Other Football Can’t Reach
• 13. Los Caballos Oscuros
• 14. One Last Tango
• 15. Totally Mexico
• 16. The Ambassador is Spoiling Us
• 17. Revenge is a Dish Best Served Uneaten
• 18. And in the End
• Afterword
• Photos