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Angels with Dirty Faces

Book • 2016
In 'Angels with Dirty Faces', Jonathan Wilson chronicles the dramatic history of Argentinian soccer, from its British origins to the golden age of 'la nuestra', and the emergence of legendary players like Maradona and Messi.

The book delves into the complex relationship between football and Argentine society, highlighting both the beauty and the brutality of the sport in the country.

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