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Stan Petrov

Title: You Can Call Me Stan: The Stiliyan Petrov Story
Author: Mark Guidi
Hardback published: October 2005
ISBN: 1845960742




Paperback published: October 2006
ISBN: 1845961218






Since signing for Celtic in the summer of 1999 for 2 million from CSKA Sofia, Stiliyan Petrov has established himself as one of the best footballers in Europe. The 25-year-old Bulgarian is now one of the Glasgow giant's longest-serving and most popular players. With a massive following, Petrov is a superstar in his homeland, has regularly captained his country at major tournaments, and is regarded as Bulgaria's finest player since Hristo Stoitchkov. Now, for the first time, one of Celtic's most gifted players tells his life story so far in this revealing autobiography, co-written with acclaimed football writer Mark Guidi. In his own words, Petrov opens his heart on his spartan upbringing in Bulgaria, retreads his first steps in domestic football and details the dramatic events that brought him to Celtic at the beginning of the 1999-2000 season. The man his friends call Stan, takes us inside the dressing-room of the Hoops and tells us what he really thinks of the three managers he has worked under at Parkhead: Jozef Venglos, John Barnes and the gaffer who saved his career, Martin O'Neill. Petrov reveals why he once almost walked out on Celtic, and reflects upon the night he broke his leg in 2001, an incident which he feared would prematurely end his career. Instead, inspired by Celtic legend, Henrik Larsson, he fought back to establish himself as one of Europe's finest talents. He also recounts his experiences with Celtic on the road to Seville in 2003, gives an intriguing insight into that incredible run to the UEFA Cup final and recounts all the drama behind Celtic's 2004-05 race, for the title with fierce rivals Rangers.

Lubo Moravcik

Title: Lubo Moravcik: A Life Less Ordinary

Authors: Michael Zeman, Joe Sullivan
Paperback published:
ISBN: 1-902704-27-4



Slovak edition
Paperback published:
ISBN: 80-7181-631-0




One of the most gifted footballers I have ever seen or worked with." - Celtic Manager Martin O'Neill.

Paul Lambert

Title: A Bhoys Own Story
Author: Graham Clark
Hardback published: October 1998
ISBN: 1840180862
Paperback published: April 2001
ISBN: 1840184531


Paul Lambert has had an amazing career. Considered no more than a decent professional during his days with St Mirren and Motherwell, the player became the first Scot to take advantage of the Bosman ruling, signing for Borussia Dortmund. There, he inspired his star-studded team-mates - among them Andreas Moller, Matthias Sammer and Jurgen Kohler - to their European Cup triumph over the mighty Juventus. The fanatical Dortmund support were then devastated to hear he was leaving the club to return to his home country. They packed the famous Westfalen Stadium to bid an emotional farewell to the Scot who had become a local hero. Lambert signed for Celtic where, within weeks of his transfer, he picked up a League Cup winner's medal, and he seems destined for more success with the rejuvenated Parkhead squad. Already a favourite with the fans for his stunning strikes against Rangers and Motherwell, Lambert has also established himself as an essential member of the international side. This book takes us inside two of the biggest clubs in Europe as Lambert recounts the events of the past few years. He details how he helped tame Manchester United in the Champions' League and how he dealt with the threat of such brilliant players as Del Piero and Zidane in the final. He explains why he returned to Scotland and what life is really like at Parkhead - and why he believes Celtic are set to become the country's number-one club again. And, with Scotland once more in the World Cup, he takes us step-by-step through France '98.