world cup (soccer)

Readers learn about the sport of soccer and its history.

Examines World Cup soccer, covering its history, how it works, players, scandal, and more.

An autobiography of English soccer player Wayne Rooney, who plays for Manchester United and was on the 2006 World Cup team for England.

Provides an introduction to the Fifa World Cup, exploring the topic through the lenses of history, geography, civics, and economics.

A forward dribbles upfield and works to get into position to score, but a defending player covers too well. Then the forward fakes, and the defender overreaches. One swift kick and a goal! The crowd roars. Soccer's ultimate prize is on the line. Readers will delight in discovering the legendary players, thrilling games, and long history of the World Cup.

Offers a brief history of the World Cup, describing how teams qualify to play in the Series, what the rules are, and who the most memorable players have been.

A brief overview of the history and development of the World Cup, qualification requirements, rules of the game, and soccer's most memorable players and moments.

Describes significant moments in the history of the FIFA World Cup soccer tournament, such as Italy's comeback in 1982, Korea and Japan hosting together in 2002, and South Africa's preparation for the 2010 matches.

Features a detailed explanation of the World Cup and its highest profile athletes.

"Fierce competitor. World Cup winner. Role model. U.S. Women's Soccer star Alex Morgan has earned each of these impressive titles throughout her incredible career. As a young girl growing up in Southern California, she dreamed of being a professional soccer player, fighting to compete on the international stage against the world's greatest athletes. Flash forward to the present and Alex Morgan has emerged as the face of U.S. Women's soccer, famous for her clutch, late-game goals, and an inspiration to kids across the country. Bestselling author Dan Wetzel details the rise of an American champion in this uplifting biography for young readers, complete with dynamic comic-style illustrations"--From the publisher's web site.