In this episode of TGU Down Under, Frank talks to Tom Underhill, author of the book, ‘The Working Hands of a Goddess: The Tactics, Culture and Community behind Gian Piero Gasperini’s Atalanta B.C.’ now available via Pitch Publishing and where all good books are sold.
Frank and Tom discuss how the book came to life and why Tom chose to delve deep into Atalanta.
The impact of Gian Perp Gasperini and what changed in Bergamo after his arrival in 2016, what makes Atalanta so interesting on and off the field, the impact Antonio Percassi has had on the club, the culture in and around the club, Atalanta’s renowned youth set up, Tom’s matchday experience in Bergamo and more.