Francis Benali : the autobiography : football man to Iron Fran
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Francis Benali : the autobiography : football man to Iron Fran
Bloomsbury Sport, 2021
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内容説明
SHORTLISTED FOR THE SUNDAY TIMES SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2022
'Anyone wanting an example of never being beaten should look at the incredible Francis Benali.' – Alan Shearer
'Honest, revealing story of a strong man who pushed his body to its limits and beyond on and off the pitch. Incredible read.' – Henry Winter, The Times
'The iron man with a will of steel and a heart of gold. Truly fran-tastic!' - Jeff Stelling, Soccer Saturday
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Francis Benali is a Southampton Football Club legend and a celebrated charity endurance athlete, and he's ready to tell his story.
Francis 'Franny' Benali played football for 20 years for Southampton FC in nearly 400 games, almost his entire career. His utter dedication to the club caused him to be a hero to Saints fans around the world.
Written with the acclaimed Daily Mail sportswriter Matt Barlow, this book details Benali's humble beginnings and has countless tales involving players, managers, and matches detailing Benali's illustrious football career. But his story is much more than that. The intense commitment he had as a player found a new outlet in the world of endurance sport. Through Ironman triathlons and marathons, he has raised more than £1 million for Cancer Research UK.
Benali's story shows us what can be achieved through dedication and commitment on and off the pitch. Through football and charity, he has made a positive difference in countless people's lives. His is truly an inspirational story.
目次
Foreword by Matthew Le Tissier
Preface: To the Limit
1. Born a Saint
2. Breaking In
3. Red Mist
4. Changing Game
5. Survival Mode
6. Cult Hero
7. Was That It?
8. After Football
9. A New Buzz
10. Challenge One 2014
11. Challenge Two 2016
12. Challenge Three 2019
13. One in a Million
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