Tackling the Game
Paul Parker, My Life in Football
Published on 6. October 2025
Book
Hardback
288 pages
978-1-83680-188-7 (ISBN)
Description
Manchester United legend Paul Parker is as committed to voicing his opinion as he was to winning the ball. In this warts-and-all autobiography, there are absolutely no punches pulled.
From a tough upbringing where racist abuse was commonplace, to life as an elite footballer playing in the world's top competitions, one of the greatest defenders of his generation at last tells his story.
In this unflinchingly honest and self-effacing insider account, Parker:
Lifts the lid on one of the most fascinating eras in Old Trafford history, when a sleeping giant of world football returned to prominence
Speaks with startling candour as he reveals stories from behind the scenes - in a dressing room peopled by Eric Cantona, Roy Keane, Bryan Robson and Peter Schmeichel, there was no room for shrinking violets!
Shares his memories of playing at the unforgettable Italia 90 World Cup as a key contributor to one of England's greatest campaigns
Describes what it was like as a senior professional who was forced to make way for the emerging class of '92
Explores the evolution of the game and shares his views on the state of modern football
Told with a unique storytelling voice, Tackling the Game is perfect for all Manchester United supporters and England fans, plus anyone interested in '90s football.
From a tough upbringing where racist abuse was commonplace, to life as an elite footballer playing in the world's top competitions, one of the greatest defenders of his generation at last tells his story.
In this unflinchingly honest and self-effacing insider account, Parker:
Lifts the lid on one of the most fascinating eras in Old Trafford history, when a sleeping giant of world football returned to prominence
Speaks with startling candour as he reveals stories from behind the scenes - in a dressing room peopled by Eric Cantona, Roy Keane, Bryan Robson and Peter Schmeichel, there was no room for shrinking violets!
Shares his memories of playing at the unforgettable Italia 90 World Cup as a key contributor to one of England's greatest campaigns
Describes what it was like as a senior professional who was forced to make way for the emerging class of '92
Explores the evolution of the game and shares his views on the state of modern football
Told with a unique storytelling voice, Tackling the Game is perfect for all Manchester United supporters and England fans, plus anyone interested in '90s football.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Hove
United Kingdom
Dimensions
Height: 164 mm
Width: 241 mm
Thickness: 27 mm
Weight
484 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-83680-188-7 (9781836801887)
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Persons
Paul Parker is a Manchester United legend, having won two Premier League titles and an FA Cup and League Cup during his time at Old Trafford. He is fondly remembered for his long spells at Fulham and QPR and starred for England in their unforgettable 1990 World Cup campaign. He now works as a football pundit and commentator.