Dalglish

Discover or relive the legendary Kenny Dalglish’s brilliant playing career through 50 pivotal Celtic, Liverpool and Scotland matches.

From Tom Brogan, author of the widely acclaimed Going to the Wire: English Football's Finest Final Day Acts of Escapology and We Made Them Angry: Scotland at the World Cup Spain 1982.

This fascinating book showcases 50 matches that track Kenny’s trajectory – from a young, natural talent to one of the greatest to ever play the game. Inside you will find:

• An in-depth look at Dalglish’s early career from before he made it big, including his days playing boys’ club football, his caps for Scotland Schoolboys and his time in Celtic’s reserves • A deep dive into the relationships Dalglish formed on the pitch with team-mates, focussing on his strike partnerships with Dixie Deans and Ian Rush, as well as his close relationships with Sandy Jardine and Graeme Souness • An examination of the relationships Kenny had with the coaches and managers who helped to shape the player he became: from his bond with Bobby Dinnie (the scout who discovered him), to his connection with Celtic reserve team boss Sean Fallon, to his relationships with managers such as Jock Stein and Bob Paisley • Insight from those who played against Dalglish on what made him such a difficult opponent • A new slant on some classic Celtic, Liverpool and Scotland games

Essential reading for all fans of Liverpool, Celtic or Scottish football, this enthralling book unpicks what made Dalglish such a special player for almost 20 years as he won trophies and set records at the top level.

© 2025 Pitch Publishing (E-book): 9781836800972

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E-book: 25 Agustus 2025