Greatest Stars of The World Cup

Name: Greatest Stars of The World Cup
Brand: Hachette New Zealand Ltd
SKU: 9781804538937
Price: 30.0 NZD
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By Kevin Pettman

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Almost a century old, the FIFA World Cup has been the biggest stage for the game's greatest players, and now we bring them together in this action-packed book, featuring 50 stars who have set records and created history along the way. Fully photographic and with a... Read More

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A special edition based on the popular Football Legends series, profiling the greatest players of the FIFA World Cup.

Description

Fully photographic and with a spread dedicated to each star, the book presents key facts and a comprehensive set of stats, allowing the reader to make comparisons between the best World Cup performers from different eras.

In addition, it contains a section that gives a lowdown on the players to watch in the upcoming World Cup in the summer of 2026. The book is a must-have for all young fans of football in the run-up to the greatest footballing show on the planet.

Greatest Stars of The World Cup by Kevin Pettman offers an engaging glimpse into the legends of the game, making it an essential addition to any football enthusiast's library.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781804538937

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 March 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Welbeck Children's Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 280.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 112

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Kevin Pettman is a versatile and passionate editor and writer with more than 15 years' experience, spanning magazines, books and partworks, including Match of the Day and Match. He is also a regular contributor to Top Gear's annuals and children's titles.

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