The Fix
eBook - ePub

The Fix

How the First Champions League Was Won and Why We All Lost

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eBook - ePub

The Fix

How the First Champions League Was Won and Why We All Lost

About this book

An engrossing examination of the 1992/93 UEFA Champions League season, revealing the political and economic forces that shaped modern football.

The Fix delves into the tumultuous era of 1980s Europe, where political revolutions and the rise of capitalism dramatically reshaped the landscape of football. Discover how the breakup of Eastern Bloc countries and the ambitions of figures like Silvio Berlusconi and Bernard Tapie led to the birth of the UEFA Champions League. This is more than just a sports story; it's a tale of power, influence, and the battle for control of Europe's most beloved game.

Explore the untold stories behind famous football clubs and the controversies that defined the era. Perfect for sports enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone intrigued by the intersection of politics and sports. Uncover the hidden agendas and the real reasons why we all lost a piece of football's soul. Buy now to understand the forces that transformed the beautiful game!

Information

eBook ISBN
9781785319426
Year
2021

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright
  4. Contents
  5. Dedication
  6. Preface
  7. The Iron Curtain Raiser
  8. New Kids from the Bloc
  9. The Rossoneri
  10. Luck of the Draw
  11. The Old Enemy
  12. Davids vs Goliaths
  13. The Auld Enemy
  14. East Meets Best
  15. Crème de la Crème
  16. The Group of Death
  17. A Header for Eternity
  18. Liberté, Égalité, Conspiracy
  19. The Real Fix
  20. 1992/93 Results
  21. Acknowledgements
  22. Photos

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