At just 14, he's just had the best year (season) of his life. With his first bonafide girlfriend, a royal wedding to tolerate, 'Beefy' Botham bashing the Aussies and his title winning heroes preparing for their maiden European Cup adventure - Jonathan Stadler is ready for the new 1981/82 season. His first ever as an Aston Villa season ticket holder and his first without his two beloved Grandfathers.

His fellow gang members may support rival local teams but their bond and unity will be needed more than ever to help steer them all through the next twelve life changing months. A journey that for Jonathan may just lead all the way to Rotterdam. But at what cost to him, his friends and his family?