INTRODUCING PITCH'S WORLD CUP SQUAD!

Pitch Publishing is a fantastic imprint.
They do all the great Got, Not Got series
and plenty of other retro sports titles.

James Brown, The Late Tackle, talkSPORT

Pitch Publishing show the way for enterprising
sports book publishers and remains a beacon
of hope for sports authors aspiring or established.

The Sports Bookshelf.com

Pitch Publishing, an outfit whose "pitch perfect"
commissioning of boxing material stands
as a rebuke to more established houses

Boxing Monthly

Pitch capture the real spirit of sport with entertaining
and clever ideas. They work out what the aficionado
would want to read, then deliver it with great verve.

Paul Hayward, The Daily Telegraph

Pitch have enabled me to write in the ways I enjoy most.
Their production support is superb, delivering eye-catching
designs, attentive proof-reading, energetic marketing and helpful advice.

Tim Quelch, Good Old Sussex by the Sea, Orient to the Emirates, Underdog!

Pitch are willing to back out-of-the-blue and innovative
ideas and turn them into viable, entertaining books.
They do so with great presentation and editorial flair.

Justin Parkinson, Then Came Massacre

Pitch saw the potential in my story, used their expertise
to polish it, published it and helped inspire thousands
around the world to get into the sport of triathlon.

Andy Holgate, Can’t Swim, Can’t Ride, Can’t Run & Can't Sleep, Can't Train, Can't Stop

The process of working with Pitch to produce Picking up the Threads
was enjoyable and rewarding, with the final edition surpassing
expectations and becoming a resounding success.

John Chandler, Picking up the Threads

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and realise that interest in football extends beyond the
Premier League and the top 20 countries in the FIFA rankings.

Steve Menary, Outcasts!

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seeking out interesting ideas and subjects and
matching them with the right target audience.

David Tossell, Tony Greig, The Great English Final, Grovel!, Natural

Pitch have been an absolute joy to work with,
contributing their passion, expertise, knowledge
and experience to help produce a brilliant book.

Sam Pilger, Ashes Match of My Life

Pitch took our original concept and further enhanced it,
using their knowledge, experience and expertise, and helped
make Got, Not Got one of the football books of the year for 2011.

Derek Hammond, Got, Not Got series of books

Pitch bought into the concept of development through football,
channeling profits and proceeds from Eleven into helping
some of the most disadvantaged young people in the world.

Steve Fleming, Eleven

In the highly competitive world of sport publishing,
Pitch have consistently demonstrated the happy
knack of spotting, nurturing and promoting winners.

Neil Dunkin, Anfield of Dreams

28 May

INTRODUCING PITCH'S WORLD CUP SQUAD!

With the 2026 World Cup fast approaching, Pitch Publishing has assembled a standout line-up of authors and subject specialists available for media bookings throughout the tournament.

Our ‘media squad’ brings together leading voices across world football – from fan culture and national identity, to geopolitics, history and the modern game. Some will be on the ground, offering first-hand insight, colour and analysis from inside the tournament.

Available for live coverage, features or any form of media on any channel, our authors offer depth, authority and compelling storytelling across every angle of the World Cup.

On-the-ground insight

Andy Milne, author of That World Cup Guy, will be reporting from the tournament, capturing the atmosphere, fan experience and human stories that define a World Cup. A long-time England follower, he offers a unique perspective on supporter culture and the travelling fan experience.

England, identity and the national mood

Jonny Brick examines the relationship between England, politics and modern British identity
Robert Taylor focuses on fan psychology, expectation and the emotional arc of tournaments
Grant Bage brings historical depth through his research on Sir Alf Ramsey and 1966

Global expertise across every continent

Tim Vickery and Mark Biram provide unrivalled authority on South American football, from Brazil and Argentina to the continent’s cultural and political landscape
Samindra Kunti brings insight into Brazil’s history and tactical evolution
Danny Lewis explores Asian football and World Cup legacy
James Bennett covers under-reported regions, including African and Asian qualification narratives

Football, politics and power

Rhys Richards specialises in football’s relationship with dictatorship, power and sportswashing
Asif Burhan explores iconic matches through the lens of geopolitics, including Argentina v England
Jonny Brick and Tim Vickery add broader context on politics, identity and international dynamics

From legendary sides to defining tournaments

Mark Orton on Argentina and Lionel Messi
Mark Gordon on Roberto Baggio and Italy’s World Cup legacy
Matthew Evans on USA ’94 and the commercial development of the modern game
Andy Bargh on Scotland’s World Cup journey and supporter culture

Together their expertise spans decades of history, offering context for today’s narratives.

Book an expert
Pitch Publishing’s media squad is available for:

TV and radio interviews
Podcasts
Print and online features
Live tournament coverage

Our authors combine deep research with strong storytelling, making them ideal guests for both quick-turnaround media slots and long-form discussion. Drop us an email to [email protected] for more information.