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Benno

Benno

My Life in Football

Dave Bennett

RRP: £25

Publication date: September 2, 2024

ISBN: 9781801507509

Pages: 256

RRP: £9.999

Publication date: September 2, 2024

ISBN: 9781801508629

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Benno: My Life in Football is a fascinating look into the footballing life of one of Coventry City’s greatest ever players, FA Cup-winning hero Dave Bennett.

Follow the effervescent Benno’s life from battling racism on the streets of Manchester and throughout his career to climbing those famous steps at the home of English football.

Benno had it tough from day one of his career. He was subjected to on-pitch racist abuse on his debut at Manchester City. He saw what should have been a shining moment of his career overshadowed when he was referred to as ‘the little coloured boy’ during 1981 FA Cup Final commentary.

But he fought back and overcame four leg breaks. He also enjoyed season after season in the top flight, becoming one of the country’s leading wingers in the process – and he did it all with a huge smile on his face. My Life in Football is Benno’s story – an extraordinary tale that reveals the best and worst of football in the 1980s.

"Benno chronicles all the highs and lows of a remarkable journey... Coventry fans, in particular, will love reminiscing about the glory days when they took on and beat the best – and brought the FA Cup home."

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Dave Bennett

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What is "Benno" about?

Benno: My Life in Football is a fascinating look into the footballing life of one of Coventry City's greatest ever players, FA Cup-winning hero Dave Bennett.

Follow the effervescent Benno's life from battling racism on the streets of Manchester and throughout his career to climbing those famous steps at the home of English football.

Benno had it tough from day one of his career. He was subjected to on-pitch racist abuse on his debut at Manchester City. He saw what should have been a shining moment of his career overshadowed when he was referred to as 'the little coloured boy' during 1981 FA Cup Final commentary.

But he fought back and overcame four leg breaks. He also enjoyed season after season in the top flight, becoming one of the country's leading wingers in the process - and he did it all with a huge smile on his face. My Life in Football is Benno's story - an extraordinary tale that reveals the best and worst of football in the 1980s.

Who wrote "Benno"?

"Benno" was written by Dave Bennett and Rich Chamberlain.

Rich Chamberlain’s first trip to watch his beloved Coventry City was in the inaugural Premier League season. He witnessed a dire 2-0 defeat to Wimbledon. Amazingly, this failed to put him off a life following the Sky Blues. Away from football, Rich is a former freelance journalist who has interviewed stars as diverse as rap royalty Ice-T, rock hell-raisers Mötley Crüe, pop songstress Sheryl Crow and football icon Jimmy Hill.

Who would enjoy "Benno"?
"Benno" is perfect for readers who enjoy books about football.