"Stephen Rea's gripping tale of how he and his New Orleanian band of futbol player/friends survived Hurricane Katrina and regrouped is a study in tenacity. . . . Sports lovers, particularly those who dig soccer, can find plenty of action within the pages, as well. This is a book for fans of New Orleans, of the universal ball game, of ex-pats and of pubs. Score 10-nil for Rea and the McCools."
--The Irish American Post
"An uplifting account of friendship, football, and overcoming the odds in the face of tragedy. Stephen Rea has scored an impressive winner."
--Derek Rae, senior UEFA Champions League commentator, ESPN
"Finn McCool's Football Club is a must-read for soccer fans. The grit and determination displayed by these lads in the face of disaster is amazing. Their spirit and never-say-die attitude is captivating. When the history of soccer is written in the U.S., I hope the players, management, and fans of the Finn McCool's club will get proper recognition for the major role they were able to play in promoting 'the Beautiful Game.'"
--Tommy Smyth, "the Auld Onion Bag Man," ESPN commentator
"Great story about real characters bonded by a passion for football and life."
--Stephen Nicol, two-time MLS All-Stars coach and head coach, New England Revolution
