Full Time: The Secret Life of Tony Cascarino by Paul Kimmage

TONY Cascarino is the most capped footballer for the Republic of Ireland, playing in two World Cups and also one of the leading goal-scorers for his country.

In fact it wasn't his country. After being a star for more than ten years, he discovered that his mother had been adopted, and so he was in fact illegible to play for Ireland.

This is a compelling story of not only a footballer's career but also an honest account of his private life. A man who suffered at the hands of a brutal father, walked out on his wife and children while playing in France and then started a fresh life with his lover who had just given birth to his daughter. Tony's life was anything but ordinary.

Cascarino has been both open and honest about all aspects of his life. The book is a fascinating insight into the life of a footballer who has been in the public eye after being purchased for a reported 12 tracksuits by Gillingham.

The book is a must for all football fans and also for anyone who just likes a damn good read.