Danny Blanchflower, a Glorious Life

Danny Blanchflower: A Glorious Life is the authorised biography of a football icon who helped revolutionise the game, told with exclusive insight from those who knew him best.

Foreword by Blanchflower’s only son, Richard Blanchflower.

By award-winning writer Mike Donovan, a journalist for more than 50 years and twice winner at the British Sports Journalism Awards.

Admired for his eloquence, humour and talent for innovation and inspiration, Blanchflower blazed a trail from Glentoran to Barnsley, Aston Villa, Northern Ireland and, ultimately, to Tottenham Hotspur. Read and discover:

? Blanchflower’s fascinating story – brought to life by the thoughts and memories of those closest to him – family, media colleagues and fellow footballers

? Exclusive insights into his upbringing and family life

? How he locked horns with the hierarchy at Barnsley, Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur

? How he helped create and lead one of the greatest club sides of all time at Spurs, becoming the Lilywhites’ most successful captain ever

? How he led Northern Ireland to the World Cup quarter-finals for the only time in its history

? His post-playing career as a respected journalist, and why he turned down TV’s This Is Your Life

Perfect for all Spurs fans plus any sports fan wanting to learn more about a legend who made history and changed the face of football.

© 2026 Pitch Publishing (E-bog): 9781836803270

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E-bog: 23. marts 2026