Author:Andy Goram,Iain King
This is the story of a genius with flaws. Lots of them. On the field, Andy Goram was a defiant figure between the sticks who, in many ways, defined the history-making nine-in-a-row team that brought so much success to Ibrox; off it, he careered through three divorces and a welter of lurid tabloid headlines sensationalising his hellraising antics.
In this no-holds-barred account, Goram lifts the lid on his tempestuous life in football, from the Gers' glory days to a fairy-tale chapter with his boyhood heroes: Manchester United. His life in the Old Firm is examined in depth, from the saves that broke former Celtic manager Tommy Burns's heart to a story that was buried until now: Celtic's astonishing bid to sign him.
Goram's Scotland career ended in bitterness when he walked out on the squad before France 98, and here he smashes the myths that have always surrounded his relationships with Craig Brown and Jim Leighton.
This is the inside story of the man the fans voted Rangers' greatest-ever goalkeeper. He remains a genius with flaws: a legend simply known as The Goalie.
A punchy, straight-talking memoir with lots of colour, this is a racy, amusing and at times astonishing read
—— The HeraldAn explosive and gripping autobiography
—— The SunA character as extrovert as Andy Goram is apt for an appealing - and controversial - autobiography
—— Justin Taylor, BBC SportBrilliant. A moving, witty and refreshingly honest account of what sport can and can't do for those not born to be champions
—— Richard BeardGutsy and funny
—— Daily TelegraphRecommended for anyone who has ever struggled with fitness, body shape and life in general
—— Church TimesSearing honesty
—— Daily TelegraphA different class... superb insight
—— Linda Maher , Sunday Business PostCompelling, entertaining and woven together with particular style and grace... O'Gara is up with the greats
—— Dave Hannigan , Evening EchoHe should be commended for his frankness. It certainly defines this tome in contrast to the usual drudgery of rugby autobiographies
—— James Corrigan , IndependentSince so many sports efforts in this genre tend to reveal very little, a memoir like O'Gara's, one with real bite and new insight, makes for a markedly refreshing read. The book is laced with fleshy anecdotes. All make for bona fide eyebrow arching, giggle-inducing, page turning stuff
—— Dermot Keyes , Munster ExpressIt is to O'Gara's credit that his autobiography remains true to his personality. It is a compellingly candid read... There is a sense of singularity about O'Gara that takes him into places others find uncomfortable... few men walk the walk better than Munster and Ireland's No. 10
—— Vincent Hogan , Irish IndependentThis engrossing book sails straight between the posts
—— John O'Donnell , Irish TimesArguably the best Irish book of the year... told with flawless skill
—— Malachy Clerkin , The Sunday TribuneThe perfect present for any rugby fan. It shows the goldfish-bowl aspect to life as a modern-day sporting legend and gives an insight into what it's like on the inside looking out
—— Irish IndependentWhether you are a rugby fan or not, this book is likely to please... This honest autobiography will provide an intriguing read for the Christmas period
—— South Tipp TodayCompelling reading
—— Richard Fitzpatrick , Irish Examiner
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