As former England striker and television pundit, Jimmy Greaves famously said, football is "a funny old game." In A Load of Balls: Football’s Funny Side, John Scally confirms the truth of his statement by providing a pot pourri of double entendres, timeless quips, and amusing anecdotes from the tongues of football's elite. Hundreds of silly stories and priceless nuggets have been sourced to recreate collectively the unique excitement, drama, and unpredictability of football in the words of the sport's practitioners. The result is a wry, idiosyncratic, and sometimes bizarre catalogue of comic creations. For lovers of the absurd, outrageous, and totally bizarre, this selection of stories and quotes will amuse and delight.
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John Scally is the is the author of over 20 books, including Legends of Irish Rugby and Odd-Shaped Balls.
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