Peter Schmeichel: Number One

How did a boy from a Copenhagen council estate decide, 'I want to be a champion for Manchester United and Denmark,' and actually do it? Peter Schmeichel is a footballing giant who won more Premier League titles than any other player in his position and captained Manchester United in their unique, final victory over Bayern Munich in the 1999 Champions League final. In this book, he takes us into the remarkable, winning environment of the club that changed football in the 90s, and onto the pitch for that crazy, breathtaking night in Barcelona in 1999. From Ferguson's unique talent to Eric Cantona's singular personality, he provides a detailed and insightful portrait of United's golden era. But Schmeichel also has an incredible family story, starting with his father, Antoni, a brilliant Polish jazz musician who battled his demons and for years hid a serious secret from those around him. In his autobiography, Schmeichel also explores the legacy he passed on to his son, Kasper – himself an outstanding Premier League goalkeeper and Denmark's number one. Number One is a compelling story of football, origins, journeys, and legacy.