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Galvinised! - Chris & Tony Galvin Book Signing

Galvinised! - Chris & Tony Galvin Book Signing

Kathryn Townsley8 Dec 2023 - 12:27

Tigers Trust Arena - Saturday 16th December 2023

We’re delighted to have East Yorkshire born footballing brothers Chris (ex Tiger) & Tony Galvin join us ahead of the Hull City v Cardiff City match at the Tigers Trust Arena from 12.30pm, along with author David Saffer for a book signing event.

Galvinised! is the tale of two footballing brothers with contrasting fortunes who played in a golden age of the game.

It's a story of glamour and heartache.

Tottenham Hotspur snapped up left-winger Tony Galvin from non-league Goole Town while he was studying Russian at Hull University. Tony won the FA Cup and UEFA Cup with Spurs alongside legendary stars such as Glenn Hoddle and Ossie Ardiles. He also won 29 Republic of Ireland caps and played at Euro 88. Tony ended his playing days at Sheffield Wednesday and Swindon Town.

Conversely, elder brother Chris, an inside-forward, joined Leeds United as an apprentice but struggled to break into Don Revie's iconic team. After witnessing Leeds' glory days from the subs' bench, he played across the Football League pyramid at Hull City, Stockport County and York City before finding success in Hong Kong.

The Galvin brothers have tales galore from the 1960s to 1980s, and share stories of players, travelling escapades, training ground bust-ups and unforgettable matches in this unique biography.

So if you’re short of Christmas present ideas for that Tigers fan in your life, or collect Hull City related books, here’s a great opportunity for you!

They’ll also be touring the MKM Stadium lounges in the early afternoon prior to enjoying the match.

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