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The ultimate illustrated legacy of the greatest football manager of all time. In this personal and contemplative book, Sir Alex Ferguson has chosen twenty-one defining football matches to illuminate, with touching details, his journey from the shipyards of Govan to the summit of global football as manager of Manchester United. Going far beyond the trophy cabinet, Sir Alex uses these...

Get ready for the World Cup with National Geographic Kids! Fancy footwork, terrific teams, spectacular stadiums! It’s time to learn everything about football. Packed with facts and photos, it’s ideal for kids who want to learn about the game, brush up on techniques and skills, and anyone who is simply mad about football! Everything: Football features: • Colourful photography and...

The definitive illustrated guide to the biggest FIFA World Cup ever is here!FIFA World Cup 2026: The Official Guide is the essential companion to the world's biggest sporting event. With 48 nations competing in 16 cities across the United States, Canada and Mexico, the 2026 tournament promises to the most exciting, competitive and spectacular edition yet.Inside the Official Guide, you'll...

From the playground to the premier league, Leo K. Doyle brings his soccer ‘A’ game everywhere he goes...even abroad! Born and raised in a small town, 12-year-old Leo has never seen the ocean or stepped foot on a plane…but he knows his soccer dreams will take him far. Rock star, Olympic goal, dragon-slaying kind of far, with his pet lizard...

As excitement builds in the run-up to the world's greatest football competition, the official 2026 FIFA World Cup Kids' Handbook provides the perfect World Cup companion for young football fans. This book is bursting with information about the host nations (USA/Canada/Mexico), providing an overview the stadiums, FIFA World Cup facts, statistics, plus a rundown of top teams and star players...

Is Cristiano Ronaldo your ultimate football hero? Immerse yourself in the exhilarating journey of one of football's biggest legends in Football Superstars: Ronaldo Rules by Simon Mugford. This revised edition brings you fully up-to-date with CR7's latest exploits, including his sensational return to the Premier League in 2021. Delve into Ronaldo's incredible story through meticulously detailed chapters that highlight his...

In the enchanting and educational book Leo Messi by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, readers embark on a captivating journey through the life of one of football's most legendary figures. As part of the highly acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, this book introduces young readers to the incredible story of Leo Messi, detailing his rise from a football-loving child in...

'Gripping...Bensinger's impeccably sourced account serves as a sharp reminder of the gargantuan levels of largesse and excess during Fifa's bad, bad days - as well as a warning that not enough has been done to prevent them returning.' - Sean Ingle, Guardian'Bensinger deftly deploys novelistic devices to turn it into a real-life detective thriller...[it] resembles John Grisham' - Private EyeThe...

From the playground to the premier league, Leo K. Doyle brings his soccer skills and sports savvy to all that he does…even riding the bench. Leo has beaten all the odds and made the roster of a Premier League youth squad. But he is far from the star player. In fact, he isn't even a starter—and the U14 Lewisham Knights...

365 Amazing TRUE Football Stories - one for every day of the year! The perfect gift for football mad readers. Think you know everything about football? Have you heard of... The clever Chilean forward who invented the bicycle kick? The longest penalty shootout in history? The dream debut from superstar striker, Lamine Yamal? The player who got a haircut in...

From the playground to the Premier League, Leo K. Doyle is a football star in the UK... but a football wannabe in the highly competitive, international Tournament of Champions. Leo tries to lead his team to glory in some of the most exciting, high-stakes football in the world! Last season, Leo and his teammates saved the Lewisham Knights... only to...

Count down the 100 most significant records from the beautiful game, showcasing the greatest teams, the most prolific goal scorers, the fastest strikes, the highest-scoring matches and much more. Whether you're new to football or an expert in XG, satisfy your need for trivia, facts and stats with an all-new edition from the ultimate authority on record breaking. Plus! ·...

From the playground to the premier league, Leo K. Doyle has dodged and dribbled his way to football stardom...but is he prepared to represent his country at the Cup of Nations? Leo has become a star in the Youth Premier League and one of the brightest young players in the world. But he faces his greatest challenge yet when he...

From the playground to the Premier League, Leo K. Doyle knows how to keep calm and play ball...even when faced with his biggest challenge yet—the London Dragons. Leo and his teammates are riding high after their performance in the Tournament of Champions. But last season, they still finished near the bottom of the table in the U14 Premier League. If...

Football Superstars: Mbappé Rules, written by Simon Mugford, invites young readers into the thrilling world of Kylian Mbappé, one of football's most dazzling talents. This engaging book not only delves into his journey from a football-loving child to becoming a global superstar, but it also brims with fun facts, captivating illustrations, and heaps of football trivia. Perfect for readers aged...

From internationally bestselling author John Boyne, an inescapably gritty story about one young man whose direction in life takes a vastly different turn than what he expected. It's the tabloid sensation of the year—two well-known footballers standing in the dock, charged with sexual assault, a series of vile text messages pointing towards their guilt. As the trial unfolds, Evan Keogh...

Ultimate Football Heroes: Mbappé (Goal Machines 2) by Matt & Tom Oldfield is part of the Ultimate Football Heroes series, which provides an exciting collection of biographies. These books tell the life stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world, recounting their incredible journeys from childhood fans to superstar professional players. Written in a fast-paced, action-packed style, these...

Football Superstars: Yamal Rules brings you the story of Spain's latest football wonderkid who made history as one of the youngest players to ever play for FC Barcelona. He zoomed through the club's famous La Masia academy, developing his dazzling dribbles and fearless skills. At just 15, he made his debut for Barcelona's first team! The winger loves taking on...

'I have seen the player who will inherit my place in Argentine football and his name is Messi' Diego Maradona FULLY UPDATED TO INCLUDE THE 2022 WORLD CUP TRIUMPH & MESSI'S TRANSFER TO INTER MIAMI As Lionel Messi raised the World Cup triumphantly into the air, the world watched on in awe. Messi's final peak conquered; his final dream achieved....

A mad young coach gathers soccer players from across the country to compete in a series of bizarre challenges in a high-tech colosseum he calls Blue Lock. It's a no-balls-barred battle to become Japan's next top striker, in this Squid Game-meets-World Cup manga, now available in print! Anime airing now! Unable to best Michael Kaiser during training, Isagi was relegated...

Are you a fan of Neymar, the dazzling football superstar known for his skill, flair, and charisma? Then Football Superstars: Neymar Rules by Simon Mugford is the perfect book for you! Dive into the incredible journey of Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior, from his humble beginnings playing street football and futsal in the bustling streets of São Paulo, Brazil, to...

Hailing from a footballing family, Jude Bellingham started his football career as an under-8 at Birmingham City before going on to make history as the club's youngest ever first-team player when he made his senior debut at the age of 16. His natural talent caught the eye of the scouts at Borussia Dortmund. Joining the German team in 2020, Bellingham...

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 the best kept secret of women's football? The dog...

How much do you know about one of the greatest football tournaments of all time – the Euros? Prove your super fan status with this ultimate quiz book that will test even the most dedicated football fan to the limit. With questions ranging from famous players and matches of days gone by to the tournament as it is now, there...

Lightweight, folds flat for transport, and easy to set up, P1: Fold & Go Soccer Goal is perfect for backyard games or practice! Pop up your goal, grab your ball, and get ready to score! Whether you're practising solo or facing off with friends, challenge yourself to quick-fire shots or freestyle tricks. It’s perfect for everyday fun and unleashing your...

The MOTD annual returns in 2026, bursting with fun football trivia, games, puzzles, cartoons and much, much more... What a goal! Packed with fun football trivia, quizzes, games, puzzles, top 10s, cartoons and more, this is the only annual fans of the beautiful game will need. Featuring Gary and all of the MOTD presenters, Paz, Ketch, and the best teams...

Who are currently the best players in world football? Is Mo Salah still the most prolific in front of goal or is Ousmane Dembele at PSG who's claiming the top spot? Which midfielder has the most impact on a game - Real's Jude Bellingham with his attacking play, or Barcelona's Pedri with his vision and passing? Who's the one to...

In this fun and fact-filled book, Football Superstar's dynamic duo, Dan and Simon tell the story of footballing giants Barcelona, charting the club's amazing history - from its formation by immigrants in 1899 to how it grew into a major European side in the 70s. Then, there was the club's evolution in the 2000s under master coach Pep Guardiola and...

Tom Palmer’s bestselling WWI novel, based on the true story of war hero and footballing legend Jack Cock. Over the Line captures the proudest moment of Jack's life – his debut as a professional footballer. Now he has a chance to achieve his dream of playing for his country. But it's 1914 and the world is at war. Talk of...

The definitive award-winning biography of Cristiano Ronaldo - fully updated to include the 2022 World Cup, Ronaldo's explosive exit from Manchester United and his record-breaking transfer to Al-Nassr As the Qatar World Cup opened to worldwide jubilation, Cristiano Ronaldo's second spell at Manchester United reached an abrupt conclusion. It was not to be the fairy tale ending to a glittering...

A modern football classic, How to Win the Premier League by Ian Graham provides an insider’s look into the data revolution that has transformed the beautiful game. Delving deep into the world of football statistics and analytics, this book offers a fascinating account of how data has become a crucial element in the operations of top football clubs, including Liverpool...

Learn everything there is to know about the groundbreaking career of one of the greatest soccer players of all time in The Totally Awesome World of Cristiano Ronaldo! Are you a soccer superfan? Want to dive into the life of a soccer superstar? A part of the Totally Awesome World series for middle-grade readers, this book covers all the major...

From the playground to the premier league, Leo K. Doyle has always had a great first touch... but what about his first crush? Or first time encountering a team as feared as the Southwark Scorpions? Fresh off his success with the junior national football team, Leo K. Doyle is back in England and playing for the U16s, where he'll be...

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book Biography about Argentine professional footballer Lionel Messi! Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers—as well as fans of all ages! Lionel Messi is widely regarded as one of the greatest soccer players of all time! This Little Golden Book Biography about the record-smashing...

A mad young coach gathers soccer players from across the country to compete in a series of bizarre challenges in a high-tech colosseum he calls Blue Lock. It's a no-balls-barred battle to become Japan's next top striker, in this Squid Game-meets-World Cup manga, now available in print! Anime airing now! Blue Lock 4 WOULD YOU PLAY IF YOU'RE THE WEAKEST?...

Is Erling Haaland your ultimate football hero? Having made his professional career debut for Norwegian side Bryne FK at the age of 16 years, Haaland's meteoric rise has seen him become a goal machine for both Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund and for the Norway national side. Discover how this brilliant footballer followed in his father's footsteps and has since become...

The hugely successful Football Superstars series launches the ultimate quiz book, packed with football trivia focusing on today's major soccer stars and greatest football tournaments of all time. Test your football knowledge with hundreds of funny and fascinating questions about your favourite players and competitions, plus enjoy a variety of other on-the-page activities. What's more, Football Superstars: Football Quizzes Rule...

Discover everything there is to know about your favourite football heroes in the Match Attax Annual 2026! Featuring action from all of Europe’s top teams, this action-packed title covers all the highlights from the best leagues around Europe, as well as the Champions League, Europa League and Europa Conference League. Discover profiles on the hottest players such as Jude Bellingham,...

A story of adventure, ball control and hope. Jamal and Bibi have a dream: to lead Australia to soccer glory in the next World Cup. But first, they must face landmines, pirates, storms and assassins. Can Jamal and his family survive their incredible journey and get to Australia? Sometimes, to save the people you love, you have to go overboard....

A mad young coach gathers soccer players from across the country to compete in a series of bizarre challenges in a high-tech colosseum he calls Blue Lock. It's a no-balls-barred battle to become Japan's next top striker, in this Squid Game-meets-World Cup manga, now available in print! Anime airing now! WILL YOU SHOOT WITHOUT HESITATION? Yoichi Isagi, one of three...

Messi vs Ronaldo: which of these footballing legends is the Greatest Of All Time? The brand-new series from Matt Oldfield, the bestselling author of Ultimate Football Heroes, and Seth Burkett, a former professional footballer, tackles the question that every football fan wants answered: who is the GOAT? Each book will pit two of the biggest and best players in the...

The football World Cup is the most watched sporting event on the planet. It has become a global obsession: 211 nations initially entered the 2022 edition. It has been running for almost a century. Yet there is no comprehensive history of the tournament. Based on fresh interviews and meticulously researched, The Power and the Glory will change that. By 1930,...

In Football Stories: Heroes of the World Cup, young readers get a snapshot of some of the tournament's greatest-ever performers from both the men's and women's editions. Players include Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappe, and many more. Following their journey from little kids with big dreams to their achievements on football's biggest stage, the inspiring collection of footballer stories captures the imagination....

A mad young coach gathers soccer players from across the country to compete in a series of bizarre challenges in a high-tech colosseum he calls Blue Lock. It's a no-balls-barred battle to become Japan's next top striker, in this Squid Game-meets-World Cup manga, now available in print! Anime airing now! Blue Lock 18 continues the exhilarating journey as our heroes...

This fantastic new visual encyclopedia contains all the key information on the world's greatest sport. Find out about tournaments from the World Cup to the Euros. Read all about the greatest players in the game like Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappe, and many more. Discover how football got started, learn about the tactics professional teams use, and explore the world's greatest stadiums....

A mad young coach gathers soccer players from across the country to compete in a series of bizarre challenges in a high-tech colosseum he calls Blue Lock. It's a no-balls-barred battle to become Japan's next top striker, in this Squid Game-meets-World Cup manga, now available in print! Anime coming soon! Are you the world's top egoist? After a disastrous defeat...

Master curve and swerve kicks with ease, accelerating learning and enhancing soccer skills. Kick, curve, and control like the pros! Practise solo or with friends in any open space. The advanced aerodynamic design helps you master directional changes, swerve shots, and epic plays. Built for action, built to last. Bend It Like You: Nail epic bends, curves, and swerves with...

Discover everything there is to know about your greatest football heroes in the Match Attax Annual 2027! Featuring Europe’s greatest teams, from Atalanta to Zenit, this action-packed book brings you all the action from the Champions League, Europa League and Europa Conference League. Get to know the best players on the planet, such as Jude Bellingham, Erling Haaland and Kylian...

A fully updated edition of the ultimate guide to football, including coverage of the build-up to the 2026 World Cup in North America   Fully revised and updated, this is the ultimate guide to the beautiful game for any football fan who wants to discover everything there is to know about the biggest clubs of all time and World Cup...

Get ready to dive into 80 pages of fun-filled illustrations of your favourite superstars in this exciting new colouring book. Featuring footballing heroes like Ronaldo, Messi, Salah, Mbappe, Haaland and many more, you won't be able to resist bringing this wonderful selection of football players from around the world, to life and in colour. Each illustration will also be accompanied...

CELEBRATE THE START OF THE FOOTBALL SEASON WITH THE BRAND-NEW BOOK IN THE BESTSELLING SERIES WHERE FOOTBALL AND FACTS COME TOGETHER IN A DREAM TEAM FORMATION ‘Full of facts, figures, quizzes and cartoons, this brilliant compendium has the answers to everything football fans could ever want to know’ – Sunday ExpressWelcome to The Football School Encyclopedia! It’s a book of...

A mad young coach gathers soccer players from across the country to compete in a series of bizarre challenges in a high-tech colosseum he calls Blue Lock. It's a no-balls-barred battle to become Japan's next top striker, in this Squid Game-meets-World Cup manga, now available in print! Anime airing now! Would you devour your own? Thanks to Ryusei Shidou's explosive...

A mad young coach gathers soccer players from across the country to compete in a series of bizarre challenges in a high-tech colosseum he calls Blue Lock. It's a no-balls-barred battle to become Japan's next top striker, in this Squid Game-meets-World Cup manga, now available in print! Anime airing now! COULD YOU REKINDLE YOUR DREAM? Manshine City's early lead evaporated...

A mad young coach gathers soccer players from across the country to compete in a series of bizarre challenges in a high-tech colosseum he calls Blue Lock. It's a no-balls-barred battle to become Japan's next top striker, in this Squid Game-meets-World Cup manga, now available in print! Anime airing now! After Isagi and the rest of Team Z clear the...

Blue Lock 7 WOULD YOU BE PICKED LAST? In the second selection's rival battles -- where the winners can choose one player from the losing team -- Isagi and Nagi have just lost Bachira to Rin Itoshi and the other top strikers. Now they must prove the strength of their individual abilities in a fight against Shouei Barou, the top...

A mad young coach gathers soccer players from across the country to compete in a series of bizarre challenges in a high-tech colosseum he calls Blue Lock. It's a no-balls-barred battle to become Japan's next top striker, in this Squid Game-meets-World Cup manga, now available in print! Anime airing now! Would you go beyond your limit? In the face of...

There is only one Arsène Wenger - and for the very first time, in his own words, this is his story. In this definitive autobiography, the world-renowned, revolutionary football manager discusses his life and career, sharing his leadership principles for success on and off the field. At Arsenal, Wenger won multiple Premier League titles, a record number of FA Cups,...

Horrible Histories: Football finally turns its attention to the most popular sport on Earth. Read all about football’s beginnings in the Middle Ages, which involved no rules, except perhaps for not intentionally killing the other side, all the way to the First World War and its famous Christmas day match. Discover awful injuries, silly supporters, and the role of women...

A fun and essential guide to the world of football and an incredible gift for young fans. Discover everything you've ever wanted to know about football, from fascinating facts about your favourite players and clubs, to incredible international stats and terrific trivia. Packed with hilarious illustrations, this encyclopedia is anything but boring! Learn about all aspects of the game, including...

Is Cristiano Ronaldo your ultimate football hero? In this brilliant non-fiction picture book, young readers can discover how this amazing player went from kicking bottles in the streets of Madeira to becoming a football superstar at Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus. Featuring fantastic full-colour illustrations based on the best-selling Football Superstars series, this fun, easy-to-read story of Ronaldo's rise...

In Football Stories: Messi, young readers embark on an inspiring journey through the life of Lionel Messi, from his humble beginnings to his rise as one of the greatest footballers of all time. This captivating tale showcases how Messi, once the smallest player on the pitch, overcame numerous challenges with his astounding dribbling skills, flawless ball control, and a record-breaking...

Young football fans will love this twist on a game of snakes and ladders as they pass the ball up and down the pitch to score the winning goal. Each player has a slightly different board which makes for exciting gameplay in this fun game of chance. Football Game is a great way to teach young children about turn taking...

Discover the ultimate guide to the world of football with The Football Encyclopedia, featuring a fill-in World Cup 2026 results wallchart. Dive into the latest stats, information, and fascinating facts about the world's biggest sport. Explore profiles of star athletes including Jude Bellingham, Aitana Bonmatí, Erling Haaland, and Bukayo Saka. Track your favourite teams across top leagues including the Premier...

Busy Football by Campbell Books invites young readers to push, pull, and slide the tabs to engage in an exciting football match! Children can block the ball from entering the net, pass to their teammates, and score the winning goal. Plus, they get to meet 12 famous football heroes along the way! This bright and colourful board book is perfect...

Search and find the footballers! The greatest European football teams are preparing for the continent's biggest tournament! Travel around Europe and search and find the footballers as they sightsee, ski and get lost in the busy crowds. Spot 11 players from each nation as well as extra items in each scene! From the crowded streets of Paris to the opening...

Strike is an action-packed football book about chasing your dreams and standing up for what you believe in. Place the ball. Pick your spot. Three steps back. Breathe. Owen is closer than ever to achieving his dream: becoming a professional footballer. All he has to do is stay focused. No distractions. Just football. But when a hidden note tucked inside...

Arguably the finest Paris born-and-bred journalist on the finest Paris born-and-bred footballer James Horncastle The story of Mbappe deserved to be told by someone with a sharp mind and pen, who understands Kylian and his background. Julien ticks all the boxes Guillem Balague 'Only the second teenager to have scored a goal in a World Cup Final! Welcome to the...

A mad young coach gathers soccer players from across the country to compete in a series of bizarre challenges in a high-tech colosseum he calls Blue Lock. It's a no-balls-barred battle to become Japan's next top striker, in this Squid Game-meets-World Cup manga, now available in print! Anime airing now! WERE YOU BORN TO PLAY SOCCER? After seemingly rejecting Snuffy's...

Search for a team of your favourite football stars in this originally illustrated Search and Find Book! Follow the legendary all-stars on a tour of the footballing world!The Continental Championship is underway and teams of hotshots are jetting off around the world to take part. The All-Stars have assembled a team of the best players on the planet, including Lamine...

If you're a true fan of The Reds, then this is the book for you! Currently regarded as one of the best club sides in the world, besides the domestic titles, Liverpool FC have won a raft of international competitions, including FIFA Club World Cup, UEFA Cups, UEFA Super Cups, and European Cups. In this fun and fact-filled book about...

Epic TRUE football stories- that only take five minutes to read! The perfect gift for football mad readers. Think you know everything about football? Have you heard of... The heroic white horse who saved the FA Cup final? The Red Dragons of Wrexham who came roaring back (with a little help from Hollywood)? The cheeky chip that changed penalties forever?...

A mad young coach gathers soccer players from across the country to compete in a series of bizarre challenges in a high-tech colosseum he calls Blue Lock. It's a no-balls-barred battle to become Japan's next top striker, in this Squid Game-meets-World Cup manga, now available in print! Anime airing now! COULD YOU BE THE HERO? As they entered the second...

The Immortals of English Football celebrates the nation's greatest ever players, profiling the best of the best over the last century. Football writer Chris Bevan selects a full team of 11 players in position and then delves into the careers of the true greats. Legendary figures selected and profiled include Bobby Charlton, Bobby Moore, and Gordon Banks, along with modern-era...

In this book from the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Pele, Brazil's all-time King of Football. With a sock full of rags for a ball, Pele honed his skills in a poor neighbourhood in Brazil. He believed that, one day, he would lead his country to World Cup victory - and he was right!...

A groundbreaking new series from two bestselling writers that teaches you about the world through football. Football School Season 1: Where Football Explains the World is packed with awesome true stories, real science, and fascinating facts that will make you laugh loads. When do footballers poo? Can you play football on Mars? What is a magic sponge? You will find...

Featuring exclusive interviews with Unai Emery, Monchi, Ollie Watkins, and more, this is the behind-the-scenes account of Unai Emery's Aston Villa revolution, from the award-winning bestseller Guillem Balague. In October 2022, Unai Emery was appointed manager of Aston Villa. Despite being one of England's most historic football clubs, Emery was taking charge of a team in turmoil and hovering above...

A mad young coach gathers soccer players from across the country to compete in a series of bizarre challenges in a high-tech colosseum he calls Blue Lock. It's a no-balls-barred battle to become Japan's next top striker, in this Squid Game-meets-World Cup manga, now available in print! Anime airing now! A mad young coach gathers soccer players from across the...

Timeless leadership lessons for anyone from the most successful NFL coach of all time, the legendary New England Patriots' Coach Bill Belichick. 'Coach Belichick brought out the best in me. His book will do the same for you.' – Tom Brady 'This book shares the valuable lessons about excellence and leadership that Coach Belichick has learned.' – Michael Jordan 'Powerful,...

Discover the incredible story of Cristiano Ronaldo, an inspirational athlete, global megastar, and one of the world's greatest footballers. Born on the island of Madeira in Portugal, Cristiano grew up playing football from a very young age. With determination and self-belief, he pursued his dream of becoming a professional player, overcoming setbacks and challenges - including surgery for a heart...

A companion to the FIFA 2026 Football World Cup from the UK's biggest YouTube football channel. Welcome to the ultimate companion guide to the FIFA World Cup 2026, through the eyes of your favourite football team, 5IVE GUYS FC. Not content enough with being the best YouTube channel for football fun, we're bringing you all the knowledge you'll need ahead...