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Bobby Charlton Soccer combines the challenge of managership and the thrill of matchplay in one game.

The manager module is the "dressing room" phase of the game. This enables you to select team characteristics, player skills, accuracy and stamina. Optional injuries can also be included.

Match play includes all the authentic moves - kick-off, throw-ins, goal kicks, corners, passing and shooting.

Two can play the game and a one person versus the computer option is also included.

The game players get a large, three-dimensional aerial view of the pitch and sound effects - including an ear-piercing whistle and crowd noises.

A player under your control can gain possession of the ball in a number of ways. A loose ball may be collected by touching it. You can also tackle your opponent but whether you win possession of the ball depends on the accuracy of the approach and the relative skill levels of the players involved.

The player under joystick control is indicated by a short black line below him. His number also appears at the bottom of the screen.

Game control is good and the graphics are adequate. The players are a little on the small side by this is probably inevitable to enable 22 men to fit on the field. DACC says it intends to introduce further modules at regular intervals. Those planned include World Cup and Canon League modules.

Bobby Charlton also does a voice introduction on the cassette, giving hints and tips on how to play. A press release with the game claims Charlton was involved in the game's "concept giving guidance and advice".