Steven Gerrard Libros

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Jamie's heart seemed to be beating all through his body. Everything depended on him. He had to score. Jamie Johnson's desperate to become his school's star football player (and in his dreams, a top professional too). He's got so much to prove, and not just on the pitch - so why aren't his mum, teachers and best mate on his side? The pressure's on, but has Jamie got what it takes?

Steven Gerrard is a hero to millions, known for his role as captain of Liverpool FC and a key member of the England team. In this revealing autobiography, he shares his lifelong obsession with football, capturing the camaraderie, tensions, and thrills of the modern game. Born in Huyton in 1980, Gerrard joined Liverpool as a YTS trainee and made his first-team debut at just 18. His career has flourished, culminating in his role as captain and a pivotal player. One of the highlights of his career was Liverpool's remarkable comeback in the 2005 Champions League final, where they overcame a 3-goal deficit against AC Milan to win on penalties, showcasing Gerrard's influence on the team. Despite being a relatively private individual, he opens up about his experiences, including the Chelsea transfer rumors and his unwavering loyalty to Liverpool. Readers will relive the highs of victory in Istanbul and the challenges of being away from family and friends. Additionally, the book provides a detailed account of England's World Cup campaign in Germany in 2006. Gerrard's autobiography is a passionate and exhilarating narrative that promises to endear him to fans and football enthusiasts alike.

The no-holds-barred autobiography from one of this country's greatest ever footballers, Steven Gerrard. Steven Gerrard is the former captain of Liverpool football team and of the England national football team, and is the only player ever to have scored in a FA cup final, a league cup final, a UEFA cup final and a champion's league final. His entire career, since 1998, has been spent at Anfield with Liverpool. In this book he charts his full playing career, shedding light on the defining games, his life off the pitch as well as the players and managers he's encountered. Explosive, controversial and searingly honest, this will be the last word from an era-defining player