Book Launch: “The Most Incredible World Cup Stories”, by Author Luciano Wenicke, organised by Niyogi Books

on Oct 11, 2022

The Most Incredible World Cup StoAnecdotes from the Football World Cups, from Uruguay 1930 to the Present Day by Luciano Wernicke was released yesterday at a function held at The Connaught IHCL SeleQtions, New Delhi.

The official unveiling of the book published by Niyogi Books took place in the august presence of H.E. Mr. Hugo Javier Gobbi(Ambassador of the Argentine Republic), José Antonio Chachaza Pereiro(Managing Director, Laliga India) and Ayon Sengupta(Editor-Sportstar, The Hindu). The unveiling was followed by a riveting discussion on the book and the upcoming FIFA World Cup.

H.E. Mr. Hugo Javier Gobbi, Ambassador of the Argentine Republic, shared 'As an Argentinian, he is happy that the book is authored by a compatriot who understands that football is not just a sport, but an integral part of their nation’s culture. He also shared that the book features a myriad of anecdotes that are not only enjoyable but also reveal how football is connected to culture, politics, society, etc.'

Expressing his enjoyment of reading the book, José Antonio Chachaza Pereiro, Managing Director, Laliga India, revealed that 'The book managed to surprise him with unique anecdotes that he did not know despite having read extensively about the history of football. He also revealed that the book is a very approachable read and one does not have to be a football expert to enjoy it.'

Ayon Sengupta, Editor, Sportstar, The Hindu, shared that 'This book can be a perfect read while football fans wait for the World Cup to take place after four long years.'