- Hardcover: 256 pages
- Publisher: Virgin Books; illustrated edition edition (28 Oct 1999)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1852278676
- ISBN-13: 978-1852278670
- Product Dimensions: 23 x 15.2 x 3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 295,384 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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As Dennis Bergkamp placed the ball on the spot the full implications of the penalty hadn't hit me. Looking back, I can see that I was facing one of the most important moments of my career with United. If he'd scored we would have been knocked out of the FA Cup and I don't think we would have won the Premiership.Peter Schmeichel's responses in such moments were invariably flawless and his place in United folklore was confirmed before that crucial save against Arsenal in a pulsating semi-final at Villa Park. He had already won 12 trophies as he approached the end of his eighth and final season at Manchester United and was widely regarded as the world's best goalkeeper. Given Schmeichel's achievements, including Denmark's 1992 European Championship triumph, you would expect his autobiography to be a mere chronicle of his successes, something strictly for afficionados of the United or Danish variety. While he doesn't fail that category of reader, Schmeichel balances his account with reflections on some of his lower points, from his confrontations with Ian Wright--"I was on the brink of becoming the first player in the history of the Premier League to be charged with racist behaviour"--to the protracted transfer negotiations between United and Brondby that jeopardised his move to Manchester in 1991. Schmeichel also gives a revealing insight into his relationships with Eric Cantona and Sir Alex Ferguson, the latter regarding the Dane as "the buy ofthe century". Worth a read, this one. --Jamie Foulerton
Daily Telegraph
The Great Dane gave the impression on the pitch of being forthright... his autobiography does little to dispel that impression.
--This text refers to the
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Review of Peter Schmeichel`s autobiography,
By Aaron Scawn (Delabole, Cornwall England) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Schmeichel : The Autobiography (Hardcover)
At last the greatest goalkeeper and pharhaps Manchester United player gives us his autobiography, in which he writes whole chapters about Eric Cantona, Sir Alex Ferguson, and the Ian Wright episode. He also looks back briefly on his childhood, and fond memories of his time at Brondby and Denmarks 1992 European cup victory. When reading his autobiography, its very clear that Schmeichel is confident in himself but looking at his career is it any wonder? After reading of the treble and key moments,he describes the 98 World cup and says farewell to England. The back of the book has around 25 pages (depending on paperback or hardback) showing his career record. Peter Schmeichel`s autobiography is a fantastic evaluation and credit to him, and is well recommended to both Manchester United fans as well as fans of the sport. Its unlikely you will regret buying his book.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Comepelling & Factual book about his illustrious career,
By A Customer
This review is from: Schmeichel : The Autobiography (Hardcover)
Peter Schmeichel was seen as an idol to me, for goalkeeping attributes. This book offers large amounts information on his character and the events in his footballing career. The importance that Schmeichel would have on the Man Utd side from 1991 was unbelievable and unknown, but what Alex Ferguson claimed as to be his most succesful buy of his managing career spoke for it self.A true giant among al goalkeepers both on and off the pitch showing honest character to all players despite his mouthing in the 16 yard box. Also an entire chapter to his controversial claims of racism towards Ian Wright. True spirit to what Peter Schmeichel has done at United. What "Schmeichel The Autobiography" is about is his determination and skills in goal in his career and off the pitch. A brilliant read for any upcoming goalkeepers aswell as any football fanatic.
3.0 out of 5 stars
a very pleasent read just a bit short,
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This review is from: Schmeichel: The Autobiography (Paperback)
schmeichel is a legend that has to be said and his book a very entertaining read.he talks about all the big points in his career including the confrontations with ian wright which kept the country entertained at the time.i realy enjoyed this book but wish it was a bit more in depth, a career as good as his deserves it, still good value though
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