Review of Looking for Eric (2009) by Carol E — 23 Aug 2009

Slow start but any United fan will love it and its worth the wait. Erics goals are fantasy league even the 1 in the horrible green/yellow kit I hated.

This review of Looking for Eric (2009) was written by Carol E on 23 Aug 2009.

Looking for Eric has generally received positive reviews.

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