Back of the Net!

Get ready to kick off a brilliant reading adventure with this standout collection of football‑themed poems! Bursting with all the agony and ecstasy of the beautiful game, it brings together an all‑star squad of poets including Paul Cookson, Bash Amuneni, John Cooper Clarke, Sarah McCreadie, Glen Wilson Julie McNeill, Roger McGough, Michael Rosen, Liz Carney‑Marsh, Coral Rumble and Josh Seigal. With so many voices on the pitch, you’ll find scores of poems to enjoy in this pitch‑perfect anthology.Whether you’re a dedicated footie fanatic or simply love kicking a ball around, this collection is for everyone — all ages, all abilities, all backgrounds. Build your connection to the game on a whole new level through laugh‑out‑loud verses, thoughtful reflections, and unforgettable characters: Back of the Net captures all the joy, drama and humour of the sport. So lace up, dive in, and join the poetry party — your next great reading match starts here.