From the publisher:
Walk the streets of La Boca and feel La Bombonera roar in the ultimate English-language chronicle of Boca Juniors.
From a sweeping club history that brings Buenos Aires alive – from immigrant roots to global superstardom.
La Bombonera’s cathedral-like roar, a shirt worn by Maradona, Riquelme and Tevez, and a century of glory and heartbreak: this is Boca Juniors from 1905 to the explosive 2018 Copa Libertadores clash with River Plate, told through its idols, trophies and undying passion.
Inside you will discover:
- The club’s origins among Italian immigrants and the forging of a footballing identity
- La Bombonera’s mystique and its place in world football culture
- Icons who defined the era – from Diego Maradona to the last true No. 10, Juan Román Riquelme, and Carlos Tevez
- The highs, lows and the Superclásico rivalry that captivated the world
An essential Boca Juniors history – for lovers of South American football and the global game.
The author:
Daniel Williamson is a Latin American Studies graduate from Manchester, whose intrigue in Boca Juniors and Argentine football was heightened during a spell living in the country. Daniel has been published extensively in print, online, and podcasts for These Football Times and various other outlets.
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