Johnny Ball: Undercover Football Genius

Children's Books

Oldfield, Matt

Humor

Walker Books

The perfect read for the football-mad kid in your life *WINNER of the Telegraph Children's Sports Book of the Year, 2020* Do you think you know everything there is to know about football? Have you heard of ... * The psychic octopus who could predict the winner? * The Lancashire Lasses who became football's best kept secret? * The dog detective who saved the World Cup trophy? * The superstar footballer who never actually played football? Discover the most incredible, sometimes ridiculous, and always completely unbelievable football stories you never knew. From bestselling author Matt Oldfield, this is Unbelievable Football - true tales from the world's favourite game where there's everything to play for and anything can happen.

Unbelievable Football: WINNER of the 2020 Children's Sports Book of the Year

Biographies

Wren & Rook

How Football Can Change the World: Incredible True Stories of Football Changing the World (Unbelievable Football)

Teen & Young Adult

When a young Gareth’s PE teacher told him he could only play with one foot to give the other team a chance, it was obvious he was a special talent. His early career was a constant struggle. He was dogged by injuries and was almost sold by Spurs after fans believed he was cursed—they failed to win 24 games in a row with Gareth in the team. But one night changed all that. Destroying his opposite number in Spurs’ first Champions League campaign, he announced himself on the world stage in blistering style. And now he plays at the greatest club in the world, Real Madrid, alongside the world’s greatest player, Ronaldo. He was instrumental in winning Madrid their 10th European Cup—La Decima—after scoring the decisive goal in the final. His story is a lesson that applied talent can overcome any obstacle.

Gareth Bale: The Boy Who Became a Galáctico

Oldfield, Tom

John Blake

Raheem Sterling might look a pipsqueak, but within that small frame is a titanic talent and a tigerish will to win. As the winner of the illustrious Golden Boy Award for 2014, he joins the exalted company of Lionel Messi, Wayne Rooney, Sergio Aguero and Cesc Fabregas. The stars are aligning for Liverpool’s most exciting attacker. Feverishly popular with young fans for his direct, fast-paced game, thrilling goal-scoring exploits and refusal to back down before bigger players, Sterling is first pick for make-believe Premier League kick-abouts on streets up and down the country. Relive Sterling's whirlwind journey in this uplifting story. 

Raheem Sterling: Red Lightning

Dino Books

As "Captain Fantastic" of Manchester United and England, Wayne Rooney bears the weight of expectancy from the world’s two most demanding fan groups. He is the most iconic, instantly recognizable player in the most star-studded league of them all. How did this formerly hot-headed wild-child manage to control his temper, learn to live with the world’s expectation and become a leader against all the odds? Countless world class goals and the most natural talent in a British player since Paul Gascoigne have made him a global superstar. But the admirable way he has matured, grown as a man and led Manchester United through their toughest patch for 20 years has won him the respect of millions.

Wayne Rooney: Captain of England

Luis Suarez: El Pistolero follows the Uruguayan's winding path from love-struck youngster to Liverpool hero to Barcelona star. Grabbing goals and headlines along the way, Luis chased his dreams and became a Champions League winner. This is the inspiring story of how the world's deadliest striker made his mark.

Luis Suarez: El Pistolero

Alexis Sanchez: The Wonder Boy tells the story of the Arsenal superstar's incredible journey from the streets of Tocopilla to become a national hero, and one of the most talented players in the world. With his pace, skill and eye for a goal, Alexis is now one of the Premier League's biggest stars. The story is every bit as exciting as the player.

Alexis Sanchez: The Wonder Boy

Eden Hazard: The Boy in Blue is the thrilling tale of how the wing wizard went from local wonder kid to league champion. With the support of his soccer-obsessed family, Eden worked hard to develop his amazing dribbling skills and earn his dream transfer to Chelsea. A joy to watch, he is sure to inspire soccer-crazy kids everywhere.

Eden Hazard: The Boy in Blue

Ibrahimovic’s incredible career has taken him through the doors of the world’s most famous clubs, including Juventus, Inter Milan, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. His extraordinary talent and eye for the goal have created classic moments at all, and cemented his status as a modern soccer legend. Known for his eccentric personality, he is not only one of the greatest strikers of his generation, but equally one of soccer’s most entertaining and popular characters. His story, beginning with his humble childhood in an industrial Swedish town, is a fascinating one.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic: Red Devil (Heroes)

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