The People's Game

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*OUT NOW* THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER The beautiful game is under threat from the greed and selfishness of the biggest clubs, leaving smaller teams struggling and fans behind. It's time to fix football. Football, once accessible and enjoyed by millions, is now broken. Beneath the Premier League's glamour lies a sport that is rusting, with the wealth of top teams harming the game. The failed European Super League attempt to prioritize profits over competition was just the beginning. Gary Neville, with over 30 years in football as a player, coach, pundit, and fan, is shocked by the current state of the game. He seeks to uncover how we arrived here, who is responsible, and how we can enact change. Through interviews with key figures in the sport, he explores critical issues like ownership, funding disparities, racism, and the future of women's football. Drawing on personal experiences and insights into significant decisions in football history, Neville presents a comprehensive examination of the sport today. This passionate and critical account reveals how football lost its soul and outlines a vision for a brighter future, advocating for a return to the game's core values.