There's a reason why Jonathan Wilson is renowned in the world of football writing and this work of genius reflects that in its entirety. Taking the reader through the ages with regard to football tactics isn't the easiest thing to do but Wilson's sheer genius lies in being able to make it all comprehensible to anyone who understands the sport.

If you're a mere dabbler, you should avoid this because it makes no sense for you to pick it up. For those of you who do possess more than a fleeting...

Jonathan Wilson polarizes opinion. There are those that believe that Wilson is so obsessed with the tactical, and indeed scientific, aspect of football that he often misses out on its romance of the beautiful game. Another criticism is that this book has given rise to a new generation of armchair "critics", tossing around terms like "Regista" and "Trequartista" with a smugness that makes you want to punch them in the face.

However, what cannot be denied is that this is perhaps the finest tr...

If football tactics have seemed confusing and overthought - if you think that your average pundit is saying the most unreasonable stuff, if you feel that moving pins around a green board isn't of any point - read this book. Part history, Part story, Jonathan Wilson takes you on a sensational journey through time and ages. Football intertwines with culture, society and history in this book as you see why teams play the way they do - Why are England so rigid? What's good about the Germans? Why ...

Good Book. Especially AND exclusively for those who are genuinely interested in the tactical history of the beautiful game, those who are seriously willing to put in thought into the matters and not just looking for a fun-to-read book

Wanted to get some idea in relation to Football Tactics..Well for a Newbie ideal way to start off looking into the tricks and trickery of the beautiful Game..A complete package starting off from the Evolution of the game to a deep insight into the masterful tactics..A one for everyone..Whats the wait for?Go Grab a copy immediately..And be sure of the fact the you won't be regretting.

Perhaps the best book ever written in football literature. No wonder why Jonathan Wilson is so highly regarded among football journalists around the world. Higly recommended for football fans everywhere.

Really worth the money. Even a new beginner can learn football tactics by going through this. Delivery was very good. Packing was proper. Football fans all over world should atleast have one copy of this. Superb history about football.

Book wasn't in good condition. It seemed like to be a old one. Disappointing so

Do you love football? Do you like to know more about tactics? Do you design tactics on your own? You need to go through this book to know what it means to be designing tactics in football. Gives you insights on how things shaped up.

I got the book for something over Rs.500. And being a mad about football tactics, Jonathan Wilson's writing didn't disappoint me at all.

Informative and Very very interesting. The details of the pre 1900 era gave an idea about how the rules bought in the game

As far as delivery of the book is concerned, it as on time- 5/5 for that.

An overall 5/5. Do give it a read.