If you can't talk about football, you can't participate in modern social life. In respectable places where you once heard sociological debates about Marcuse's contribution to the formation of mass culture, today the same attendees comment on Beckham's skills and the atmosphere of Camp Nou. Recognizing the necessity of excellent preparation in the battle of social image and distinction, Diavlos Publications added Football to the series The Good Bluffer's Handbook, laying the foundation for the beginner and enhancing the expert's knowledge. The Good Bluffer's Handbook for Football naturally abounds with facts, data, indiscretions, and incidents, presented in the most entertaining and intelligent way. From the history of the game, modern tournaments, and English clubs to great footballers and strategic planning in team selection, the new title in The Good Bluffer's Handbook series introduces the three basic guidelines of the experienced coach: train hard, always keep your eyes on the ball, and don't do stupid things. Finally, the book neither ignores statements by great footballers like "we need to form a three-member committee of five or six people" nor omits a short glossary with guaranteed verbal volleys that will put the interlocutor on the spot.