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Discover soccer’s most powerful stories—from global legends to everyday heroes—in one unforgettable book for kids 8–12. Does your child dream of scoring like Messi or leading like Rapinoe? Epic Soccer Stories takes readers on a world tour of true tales of passion, grit, leadership, and inclusion—from Pelé’s joyful beginnings and blind athletes breaking barriers to Bolivia’s sky-high pitches and Toronto’s BMO Field preparing for World Cup 2026.

Do you dream of scoring a goal? Or do you dream of guarding a goal? Either way, in this audiobook are all the tips needed to become a star on the soccer field.

At the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin, Germany, the last thing Adolf Hitler expected was to see a black man compete and win. But Jesse Owens didn't just win. He was dominant in the track and field events, winning four gold medals and helping to set a world record. Now listeners can witness one of the most iconic moments in sports history as Owens proves that people of all races can compete and win at the Olympic games.

Clean-living, wholesome, and with a constant smile plastered on her pretty face, Dee Jones is my antithesis. She's also what I'm told I need to polish my somewhat tarnished image—apparently being papped getting friendly with a fellow holiday maker on a sun lounger after your ex does a kiss-and-tell with the media isn't exactly what Manchester Athletic deems great publicity for their bad boy midfielder. A repair job is needed, and the club is hoping that the super shiny star player for the women's team can transfer some of her good-girl sunshine stardust on to me.

"Mental Toughness for Young Soccer Players" is more than a book; it's a mentor who guides you through competitive sports' ups and downs. Equip yourself with the tools to handle the psychological demands of soccer and set a foundation for success that will last a lifetime.

Written by Dan Blank, Everything Your Coach Never Told You Because You’re a Girl is one of the most inspirational stories ever written for the female athlete. Coaches and teams of all sports – from soccer to golf to equestrian – have embraced this book as the foundation for a new brand of female competitor.

Revised and updated with new material from the paperback edition. Includes a prelude read by Sir Alex Ferguson. Sir Alex Ferguson's compelling story is always honest and revealing he reflects on his managerial career that embraced unprecedented European success for Aberdeen and 26 triumphant seasons with Manchester United.

Youth Soccer is an amazing adventure. However as much great joy and excitement can be had, there are also pitfalls that can have negative lasting effects on all within the family. YOU NEED TO EDUCATE YOURSELF!! The single most important question that all involved in youth soccer must ask, is which is more important, the development of the player or the desire to win? Simple in words, but in truth the single biggest factor in success or failure of relationships and development within the youth soccer experience.

Inspire the Next Generation of Soccer Stars! Do your kids dream of scoring the winning goal? Are they passionate about soccer and love hearing stories of real-life heroes who never gave up? This book is the perfect fuel for their fire. Inspirational Soccer Stories for Young Readers brings to life the extraordinary journeys of the world’s most iconic soccer legends—told in a way that young listeners can connect with, learn from, and be inspired by.

After the harrowing attack against Gareth and Sloan, there are more than just physical wounds that must be healed. Recovering and moving on from their dark pasts is the only way they can truly find their bright futures. Who will surrender? And who will dominate?

Behind every Summer Olympic scoring soccer kick, tennis-ball bounce, and hard-hitting volleyball serve, science is at work. The type of kick used on a soccer ball affects its path. An equestrian leans forward during a jump to help the horse balance. Cyclists wear tight clothing to reduce drag. Find out how science is involved in several popular Summer Olympic events and how athletes take science into account in their quest for the gold medal.

PRE-ORDER RISE OF THE VILLANS, GUILLEM BALAGUE'S NEW BOOK, NOW. OUT 25 SEPTEMBER ______________________________ '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...

When victory is within reach and the game is in its final moments, some players seize the moment and make themselves legends. From stunning goals in injury time to breathtaking saves in shootouts, some of soccer's greatest moments are chronicled in vivid fashion here. You've got a front-row view of the action.

Soccer. Football. The beautiful game. The world’s most popular sport goes by many names, but for decades, fans have agreed on one thing: the greatest player of all time was Pelé. Now the legendary star, ambassador, and humanitarian shares a global vision for what soccer can accomplish. Now he shares his story, his experience, and his insights on the game for the very first time. Before Messi, before Ronaldo, before Beckham, there was Edson Arantes do Nascimento - known simply as Pelé.

The crowd roars. Soccer's ultimate prize is on the line. Listeners will delight in discovering the legendary players, thrilling games, and long history of the World Cup.

Mourinho is both a sumptuous celebration of The Special One's managerial career so far, and an enigmatic insight into his unique brand of football wisdom and philosophy. In the legendary manager's very first audiobook, and in his own images and captions, José Mourinho charts the peaks and troughs of the opening 15 years of what has been a stellar rise to the summit of the global game.

El chico nuevo, Javier Moreno, causa sensación en el campo de fútbol cuando el video de su golazo se hace viral. Pero ahora la fama se le está subiendo a la cabeza; acapara el balón y se pavonea mucho. ¿Su forma solitaria de jugar arruinará la posibilidad de que su equipo participe en el campeonato estatal?

Un coup de tête inattendu bouleverse tout, laissant des marques indélébiles. Dans ce troisième tome de "La fièvre du soccer", notre jeune héros se retrouve plongé dans un cauchemar dont il espère se réveiller. Malgré les défis, sa passion pour le soccer ne faiblit pas, et il participe à un camp d'été exceptionnel. Là, il rencontre Pedro, un garçon aussi fascinant qu'énigmatique, qui transformera sa vie de manière inoubliable.

Plongez dans l'univers passionnant du soccer avec un jeune prodige déterminé à réaliser son rêve de devenir un grand joueur, à l'image de son idole, Cristiano Ronaldo. Cet été, il s'engage dans trois camps intensifs où il rencontrera des personnes inspirantes et se surpassera pour perfectionner son jeu. Chaque jour est une nouvelle opportunité de toucher le ballon et de se rapprocher de son objectif ultime. Avec une détermination sans faille, il sait que les rêves sont faits pour être réalisés.

Journeying from Abu Dhabi to Newcastle, and onto London, Paris, Moscow and New York in search of the answers, Miguel Delaney follows the threads that surround the allegations of sportswashing and misconduct in the beautiful game. The result is an exploration of how European football clubs have been bought by some of the world's wealthiest businessmen and state-backed corporations. Drawing on exclusive interviews and unprecedented access to key stakeholders, Miguel has produced an all-encompassing exposé of modern footballs highest echelons.