The Kingfisher Soccer Encyclopedia: Euro 2024 Edition with Free Poster -- Clive Gifford - Hardcover

The Soccer Encyclopedia has a brand-new look to tie in with the 2022 FIFA World Cup Qatar, which promises to be the biggest soccer tournament in history. What's more, it includes a pullout results poster to fill in as the World Cup progresses.

With a fresh, contemporary design and all-new photographs throughout, the book now features expanded material on women's soccer, one of the world's fastest-growing sports. It's packed with pictures and profiles of the world's most skilful players--old and new--from Megan Rapinoe to Mohamed Salah, Kylian Mbappé to Cristiano Ronaldo, and Harry Kane to Neymar. Over 50 of the best sides to have lit up the game are covered in detail, including the U.S. women's and men's teams, Brazil, Manchester City, and Real Madrid. Soccer fans will get the key information about the top tournaments and leagues around the world, including the National Women's Soccer League, MLS, Copa América, and the Copa Libertadores.

All the drama of the beautiful game is fully analyzed with dynamic full-spread photos and artworks that recreate famous moves and goals, and there is in-depth coverage of every aspect of soccer, including rules and skills; fans and the media; coaches and tactics. Packed with the latest statistics and fully updated for this new edition, this is a superbly detailed reference book for all the family.

Author: Clive Gifford
Publisher: Kingfisher
Published: 10/03/2022
Pages: 144
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.96lbs
Size: 11.03h x 8.66w x 0.74d
ISBN: 9780753478349
Audience: Ages 9-12