This week’s sporting film, book, game and app essentials

Sport360 staff 10:00 20/01/2017
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  • We take a look at the latest sporting releases across books, films, games and apps as well as some other classics that you should be looking to buy.

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    The Illustrated History of Football

    The Illustrated History of Football

    Price: Dh91

    Where to buy: Amazon.com

    Welcome to the comically brilliant and politically engaging work of illustrator David Squires, whose football comics have appeared all over the world, from the Guardian to Pickles Magazine.

    The Battle

    Paul O’Connell’s

    Price: Dh40

    Where to buy: Amazon.com

    Paul O’Connell’s autobiography may not be stuffed full of dressing room secrets, but it reflects the character of one of Ireland’s foremost rugby internationals: honest, fair and devoid of self-pity, hypocrisy or recrimination.

    Lagaan: Once upon a Time in India

    Price: Dh177

    Where to buy: Desertcart.ae

    Indian farmers, led by Bhuvan, take on arrogant and evil Captain Russell’s British soldiers in a game of cricket in a bid to ease crippling land tax sums levied on them by their colonial masters.

    Brian’s Song

    Price: Dh54

    Where to buy: Desertcart.ae

    A moving and unforgettable film depicting the true story of the friendship between Chicago Bears players Gale Sayers (Billy Dee Williams) and Brian Piccolo (James Caan), particularly when Piccolo is stricken down with cancer.

    MLB The Show 16

    Price: Dh102

    Where to buy: Desertcart.ae

    MLB The Show ‘16 offers the most immersive, authentic baseball game on consoles. This year The Show offers even more gameplay improvements, new game modes, and a greater ability to personalise your baseball experience.

    Australian Open

    Aus Open 2017

    Price: Free

    Where to buy: Google Play and App Store

    With the time zone difference proving a real killer for tennis fans in the UAE, you can stay up-to-date with all the latest Australian Open results, news, and interviews through the tournament’s official app.

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