Books with title Stars of Men's Soccer

The best-selling guide to today’s most exciting players, completely revised and updated Here are the best of the best: the iconic forwards Ronaldo, Neymar, and Suárez; the legendary goalkeeper Manuel Neuer; and perhaps the greatest player of our time, Lionel Messi. This lively and accessible book features short biographies of some thirty athletes in all: who they are, where they come from, and what they have accomplished.With the same action-packed photos and colorful graphics that fans have come to expect from the critically acclaimed World Soccer Legends series, Stars of World Soccer shows what it takes to be at the top of the game.

The greatest stars of international women's soccer today. One of the most anticipated sports events on the horizon is the 2019 Women’s World Cup, to be held from June 7 to July 7, in nine French cities, including Lyons, Nice, and Paris. With the last Women’s World Cup breaking records for worldwide viewership, here is required reading in advance of 2019: The World Soccer Legends series completely revised edition of Stars of Women’s Soccer, with 28 of the best female players from around the world. Discover tournament attendees from the world over, including longtime favorites and impressive newcomers, such as American goal-scoring machine Carli Lloyd; tall, Martinique-born defender Wendie Renard; and the razor-sharp Brazilian defender, Marta. Here is a compilation no fan can do without, filled with all-new photos of the women in action, updated stories that relate each player’s upbringing and unique talents, and callout boxes that distill essential information―including birthdate, flag, height, position, current team, international games, and goal tallies.

With powerful infographics and leveled text, explores the statistics of some of the best men's soccer players. Score a goal with this fantastic series about the world's most popular sport. Explore soccer from many angles, from its popular players to the rules of the game, and get in on the action. Great for compare/contrast discussions. Are you ready to get On the Pitch?

Following the most spectacular—and largest—Women’s World Cup yet, the World Soccer Legends series presents Stars of Women’s Soccer, featuring a collection of the best female players from around the world. Inside this exciting and vivid book, read aboutthe great long-standing stars of women’s soccer, along with the sport’s new breakout stars, including: the United States’great Abby Wambach and goal queen Alex Morgan, among others; Germany’s two tough Nadines—Angerer and Kessler; the irrepressible genius, Marta, from Brazil; and the formidable Christine Sinclair of Canada. Featuring a detailed look at the personal backgrounds, strengths, and playing styles of each player, Stars of Women’s Soccer assembles the top women in the world—a book that creates ultimate dream team! Pick your favorites and learn more about the players who made names for themselves in this year’s Women’s World Cup.

Everyone knows Messi and Ronaldo—the current twin peaks of the most popular sport in the world—but who are their main competitors and their fiercest rivals for the crown of modern soccer? With colorful photography and fun facts, this lively and accessible book provides some answers: Stars of World Soccer tells you who these players are, where they come from, and what they have accomplished. Profiling 30 men—including the Brazilian crown prince Neymar, the enigmatic genius Zlatan Ibrahimovic, the troubled spirit Luis Suárez, and the fabulous James Rodriguez—this engaging book profiles the cream of the crop in world soccer today. Get to know the stars!

With powerful infographics and leveled text, explores the statistics of some of the best women's soccer players. Score a goal with this fantastic series about the world's most popular sport. Explore soccer from many angles, from its popular players to the rules of the game, and get in on the action. Great for compare/contrast discussions. Are you ready to get On the Pitch?

The best-selling guide to today’s most exciting players, completely revised and updated Here are the best of the best, from legends like Messi and Ronaldo to dynamic newcomers like Kylian Mbappé. This lively book features short biographies of some thirty stars in all―goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and attackers. With the same action-packed photos and colorful graphics that fans have come to expect from the critically acclaimed World Soccer Legends series, Stars of World Soccer shows what it takes to be at the top of the game. Color illustrations throughout

Luke has always envied his cousin Jon's natural football skills - envied his ability to put the ball effortlessly into the back of the net with the sort of style that just can't be learned. That's why he's delighted when Jon agrees to play with his Sunday league team, the Swillsby Swifts, as they go on tour; with Jon on board, the team have a real chance of success. But to Luke's surprise, Jon isn't the only player to come across as a star . . .