Euro Glory: The Story of the UEFA European Championship – eBook Review (Google Play Books)
Every four years, Europe stops for a month. Flags appear on balconies, office sweepstakes get serious, and whole countries hold their breath through penalty shoot-outs. The UEFA European Championship has been doing this since 1960, and Euro Glory: The Story of the UEFA European Championship by ChatStick Team sets out to tell that story from the very first kick-off to the grand spectacle it is today. It's available now as an eBook on Google Play Books.
The book at a glance
Full title: Euro Glory: The Story of the UEFA European Championship – A Journey Through Europe's Premier Football Tournament
Author / publisher: ChatStick Team
Length: 102 pages · Published June 2024 · English
Format: eBook on Google Play Books — read on Android, iPhone/iPad, the web, or supported e-readers
Reading time: about 2–3 hours — one long evening or a couple of commutes
Price: around US$1.99 (local prices vary by country)
What the book covers
The book starts where the tournament did: in 1960, when the first European championship for national teams was played. From there it traces how the competition grew and changed over the decades, turning from a modest event into one of the biggest dates on the world football calendar. The publisher frames it as a journey through Europe's premier football tournament, and the structure follows that idea — origins first, then evolution.
Along the way it stops at the iconic matches and memorable moments that fans still argue about, profiles the legendary players who left their mark on the tournament, and steps back to look at something bigger than results: the way football brings a whole continent together every four years. It was published in June 2024, right as Euro 2024 kicked off in Germany, so think of it as the backstory to the modern tournament rather than a report on the latest edition.
Why it's worth your time
The full arc in one place. From the 1960 beginnings to the modern format, the history is laid out in a clear order instead of scattered across match reports.
Story first, statistics second. The publisher promises vivid storytelling with rich context, so the drama and passion of the competition come through, not just scorelines.
Players and moments together. Profiles of legendary players sit alongside the matches that made them, which makes it easy to connect names to history.
Short and affordable. 102 pages at a low price — ideal reading before the next tournament or during the long wait between them.
Who should read it
The book is written for both passionate football fans and general readers curious about the tournament's impact. That makes it a good fit for supporters who want the history behind the rivalries, newer fans who started watching recently and want to catch up, pub-quiz regulars, and anyone looking for a light, football-themed gift. Readers practising English will also find a sports topic they already care about a motivating way to read.
If you enjoy this, try these next
The verdict
Euro Glory is a compact, readable history of a tournament that deserves more books than it gets. At 102 pages it can't go deep into every edition or every squad, and statistics enthusiasts looking for a complete record book should look elsewhere. But as an overview — where the Euros came from, how they grew, and why they matter so much to so many people — it does the job well. Read the free sample and see whether the storytelling style suits you.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy Euro Glory?
It's sold as an eBook on Google Play Books. Open the book page, read the free sample, and buy with your Google account.
Can I read it on an iPhone?
Yes. Install the free Google Play Books app on iPhone or iPad, or read in any web browser at play.google.com/books.
What language is it in, and how long is it?
It's written in English and runs to 102 pages — most readers will finish it in two to three hours.
Who is ChatStick Team?
ChatStick Team publishes accessible eBooks on sport, film and music legends, world history, mythology, science and technology. You can browse the full catalogue on Google Play Books.
Comments