A visual guide to the world's most popular game, packing all the excitement of the pitch into a book. This guide is a feast of football facts for fanatics ages 9-12, covering everything from the rules of the game to the top tournaments. Learn about historic ball games and the birth of football, get up to date on the laws of the game and the new technology that referees use to make vital decisions, and see what it takes to run a club and keep the players in top shape. You'll also find a chapter on all the international trophies and tournaments, including the FIFA Women's World Cup, Copa América, and the Olympic Games. This new edition includes updates to football's roll of honour and latest tournament winners too. This fantastic football book for kids offers:- A highly visual approach that brings football to life inside the pages. - A global mix of content covering both the men's and women's games. - An array of vital tips and tricks, plus dynamic CGI illustrations. - Astounding facts and mind-boggling stats all about football. The ideal gifting title for football-mad fans, this guide doubles up as a great read for sporty kids and even reluctant readers. Updated every two years, this fourth edition will include the highlights and results of the 2022 FIFA World Cup and the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.
