Football Matters In The Capital

<p><span style=color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>Getting away from the English Premier League and its mass coverage Martin Cooper delves into the lesser known world of London non-league football. During a season-long journey he visits stadiums large and small meets dedicated supporters and staff and samples the unique atmosphere this level of football can generate.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>Greater London has more non-league football clubs than any other city in the UK. They may slip under radar for many people but nonetheless they survive and in most cases even thrive while competing for spectators alongside London's elite teams.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>In 12 chapters reporting on a dozen games throughout the 2022-23 season Football Matters in the Capital explores a world that has something for everyone. Whether you enjoy chips souvlaki or Jamaican patties while watching the game or just a traditional pint of beer you will be catered for.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>Boisterous and partisan crowds in noisy and historic stadia watching football at an affordable price make this level of the nation's favourite sport a gem that every supporter should experience.</span></p>