Leeds United – For club and country

Leeds United – For club and country

This is the first book published to cover the international careers of players during their time with Leeds United, and their predecessors, Leeds City. It features a comprehensive statistical section. Profusely illustrated throughout; it also features review coverage in local and national press and football media. They are all here – from one game wonders to World Cup winners. Profusely illustrated throughout with United stars, past and present, in international kit, each player’s international history is backed up with statistical detail. The potted biographies throw up a myriad of fascinating facts covering the highs and lows of the 112 Leeds players to have represented a total of 23 countries. In addition to all the appearances and goals, you’ll discover…Who travelled half-way round the world to play just two minutes for his country? Who had to give a Nazi salute before a game against West Germany? Who was axed from an England summer tour because he was sent off in a West Riding Senior Cup match? Who saw a member of his country’s coaching staff arrested on the pitch for practising black magic? Who saved a penalty on his only international appearance? Who met Mussolini and had an audience with the Pope on a continental tour? Who received a four-and-a-half year international ban for striking an opponent? Who played in goal and as an outfield player for his country? Who represented their country before playing a League game for United? Who represented Scotland after being picked by England? Each biography blends the player’s time at Elland Road with their international exploits and has a comprehensive