The novel includes a foreword by Allan Brown.

Allan Brown had taken over from Ball in February 1981, and he remained in charge for the following 1981-82 term.

Sam Ellis succeeded Allan Brown as manager prior to the start of the season.

Allan Brown, another former Blackpool player, returned to manage the club for the 1976-77 season.

According to Allan Brown, writing for The Times in August 2005, the show was "killed off after three hugely popular series".

Results were initially poor; Allan Brown took over as manager in November as Martin moved on for a second time.

He shared the accolade in the league with Allan Brown.

He was signed as a deputy to Allan Brown, but eventually succeeded him.

Smith began his managerial career with Bury in November 1973, taking over from Allan Brown.

It is a lesson that Allan Brown learned early.