Robbo - Bryan Robson Autobiogr - Description
'Captain Marvel' tells his unforgettable story as one of football's superstars - from life as a Manchester United and England legend, to masterminding football's 'greatest escape' (what a day! - Ed) as manager of West Bromwich Albion.
Bryan Robson is widely remembered as a fearless and inspirational player and captain, both for club and country, whose presence lifted team-mates and intimidated opponents. At his peak, he was acknowledged as the most complete midfield player in the country, and played at the highest level despite a series of devastating injuries. He began his playing career at West Bromwich Albion, then moved to Manchester United in 1981 for a then record British transfer fee of £1.5 million. He soon became captain, and enjoyed regular Cup success, eventually winning the Championship. He also won 90 caps for England, 65 of them as captain.
His autobiography reveals a fascinating insight into his days with the England and United camps and characters such as Paul Gascoigne, Gary Lineker, Roy Keane and Alex Ferguson. He puts the record straight on the `drink culture` that Ferguson sought to stamp out at United, and describes his pain when he discovered he was surplus to the manager`s requirements.
He went to Middlesbrough as player-manager in 1994, guiding them from the First Division to the Premiership in his first season, then to three domestic Cup finals. He describes his dismay at what he considered a lack of appreciation for his achievements at Boro and recalls the emotional highs and lows of his seven years on Teesside.
Robbo also gives an insight into the management techniques of the greats that he has played for, such as Ron Atkinson, Bobby Robson and Terry Venables. He candidly reflects on the highs and lows of his football life, and discusses incidents on the pitch as well as some of the clashes that have happened behind the scenes.
