"Shades of Green is an excellent gateway to Irish football and lifts the lid on what has been a road less travelled."
"Irish football has a personality all of its own. Thanks to Shades of Green you can begin to understand the roots of the game on the island, and it’s clear through the stories he uncovers and shares that Chris has extensively researched its history and culture. Shades of Green is a must read for anybody wanting to appreciate football on the Emerald Isle."
"Written with the intention of education and informing a reader that’s not au fait with how the game has evolved and is presently structured in both the North and South, it achieves its objectives seamlessly."
Join acclaimed football writer Chris Lee on a journey of discovery around Ireland to learn about one of the world’s oldest soccer cultures.
Eager for answers, Chris travels around the island in search of historical stadiums, lost clubs, vibrant fan cultures, symbolic murals and more. From the tifos of Dublin’s oldest derby to George Best’s living room, Chris talks to fans, historians and academics to get the inside track on the Irish football story.
Along the way, Chris uncovers a complex tale of politics, identity and division, but also one of hope, reconciliation and glory.
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