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  • Calling the Shots

  • How to Win in Football and Life
  • By: David Dein
  • Narrated by: Arsène Wenger, David Dein
  • Length: 12 hrs and 40 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (196 ratings)
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Calling the Shots

By: David Dein
Narrated by: Arsène Wenger, David Dein
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Summary

With an introduction written and read by Arsène Wenger.

The long-awaited memoir from international football ambassador, former co-owner of Arsenal FC and legend of the game: David Dein.

There's no doubt that Dein has been one of the most significant and influential figures in British football for over three decades—operating at club and international level. He was a prime mover in the creation of the Premier League, hugely influential within the England set-up and, of course, was the mastermind—along with Arsène Wenger—in creating the glory days of Arsenal Football Club, leading the team for almost a quarter of a century. Connected to the most senior figures across the global game as a friend, rival, advisor, and collaborator, Dein has been central to major turning points in the game.

Calling the Shots is part memoir, part inspirational meditation on leadership, teamwork and how to invest in people. It tracks the full story of David's remarkable life and career to date, recounting never-before-told stories from the inside, intriguing characters met along the way, and discussing the past, present and future of football. An entertaining and motivational story for football and non-football fans alike, Calling the Shots is a dynamic masterclass in how to succeed in business and life.

©2022 David Dein (P)2022 Hachette Audio UK

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Mr Arsenal a man of vision

I've also admired his desire and will to do what's right for the Arsenal

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Fascinating

A perfect listen for those interested in football and it’s wider business. Dein’s insight as a key component in the creation of the world’s most watched sporting league as well as in the creation of one of its most memorable team dynasties make this ‘unturnoffable’.

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A brilliant listen of a brilliant football mind

Very rarely do you hear from mind in football that isn’t a manager or player. David Dein’s stories are both captivating and inspiring.

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Love it

I can not say enough about this book love every minute off it. I am a big football fan and a big Arsenal fan. This book is so much more that just a football book it a book of life

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Enthralling biography

I am an Arsenal fan I enjoyed listening to the enthralling biography that I found to be honest and positive.

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Brilliant insight from David Dein

Gripping. Loved David Dein's narration. Brilliant listen, especially for Arsenal fans or football fans in general.

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Excellent

A must for all football fans. Very interesting and a great insight into some of what goes on behind them closed doors.

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Amazing

Amazing book best one I have listened to for a long time amazing 5 stars

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only one word needed - Incredible!

DD has done so much to help others not just The Arsenal. COYGs. A must read not just for football fans.

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One For The Gooners

I enjoyed hearing about Dein’s version of Arsenal’s history in this book and it gives an interesting insight to his time at the club.

I also liked hearing about his time at The FA and the failed bid for World Cup 2018.

As with Wenger’s book, I think it is a bit dry and focuses a bit too much on the positives with some of the negatives airbrushed out.

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