The European Cup : The Greatest Teams, 1956-2013

This is the third book in a new series of short guides to the football players and clubs who, in the view of the author, represent the greatest exponents of their particular club or era. In this book, which covers both the European Cup and its successor the Champions League, Rab MacWilliam selects the top eight clubs in the history of the tournament, from Real Madrid 1956-1960 to Barcelona 2008-2012. Through a discussion of their players, managers, footballing style and their legendary status, he offers a stimulating and entertaining guide to the clubs and the history of the competition.