When 'Jesus' Came to Hong Kong: The Remarkable Story of the First European Football Star in Asia

Name: When 'Jesus' Came to Hong Kong: The Remarkable Story of the First European Football Star in Asia
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Book Synopsis: It took balls to go to Hong Kong. When Scottish footballer Derek Currie was made an offer to travel to Hong Kong to play against the one sportsman he had dreamed of meeting on the field, he couldn’t say no. From apprentice printer in Glasgow to playing football against Pelé in the Far East, singing with Stevie Wonder and shadow-boxing with Marvelous Marvin Hagler, Currie enjoyed a magical life as one of the first three European professional footballers in Asia. He was quickly nicknamed ‘Jesus’ by Hong Kong football fans. Here he traces the early development of professional football in the then-British colony through his own career – the games, the places and the characters he met along the way – as well as a season playing for the San Antonio Thunder in Texas. Given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, he didn’t think twice – traveling 6,000 miles across the world to pursue his dream of professional football. In the years that followed, he met international stars from music, showbusiness, boxing and horse racing. Here in words and pictures is his amazing story – if not for the photographic proof you could be forgiven for thinking it might be a fairy tale! It isn’t.

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Get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey with 'Jesus' Came to Hong Kong: The Remarkable Story of the First European Football Star in Asia. This gripping book tells the fascinating tale of Scottish footballer Derek Currie as he ventures to Hong Kong to play against his idol, Pelé. From humble beginnings in Glasgow to rubbing shoulders with legends like Stevie Wonder and Marvelous Marvin Hagler, this is a story of determination, passion, and the pursuit of dreams.

Experience the thrill of professional football in a whole new light with 'Jesus' Came to Hong Kong. Currie's adventures take you on a whirlwind tour of the early days of professional football in Asia, painting a vivid picture of the games, locations, and colorful personalities he encountered along the way. With each turn of the page, you'll be transported to a world where anything is possible and dreams do come true.

Don't miss your chance to relive the magic of Currie's incredible journey in 'Jesus' Came to Hong Kong. Whether you're a football fanatic, a sports enthusiast, or simply a lover of inspiring true stories, this book is a must-read. Immerse yourself in a world where passion knows no bounds and where the pursuit of greatness takes center stage.

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