Title:
A history of the U.S. men's national soccer team / Clemente A. Lisi.
Author:
Lisi, Clemente Angelo, 1975- author.
Publication Information:
Lanham, Maryland : Rowman & Littlefield, [2017]
Call Number:
GV944.U5 L57 2017
Abstract:
In "A History of the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team'' Clemente A. Lisi recounts the team's significant achievements and history-making moments, including its decisive 1991 Gold Cup victory. Each chapter includes game descriptions, background stories, and profiles of notable players from the era. The book features vintage photographs and exclusive player interviews.--Publisher description.
ISBN:
9781442277571
Physical Description:
ix, 171 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
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Contents:
Introduction -- Chapter 1. Humble Beginnings: 1916-1929 -- Chapter 2. Early World Cup Success: 1930-1949 -- Chapter 3. The Big Upset: 1950-1959 -- Chapter 4. Slump into Obscurity: 1960-1969 -- Chapter 5. Soccer's Rebirth: 1970-1979 -- Chapter 6. On the Verge of Success: 1980-1988 -- Chapter 7. Shot Heard 'Round the World: 1989-1999 -- Chapter 8. America's Team: 2000-2010 -- Chapter 9. A New Era: 2011-2016 -- Appendix A. All-Time Records -- Appendix B.U.S. Men's National Team World Cup Box Scores (1930-2014).
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