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Series: Football Stories
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In Football Stories: Heroes of the World Cup, young readers get a snapshot of some of the tournament's greatest-ever performers from both the men's and women's editions. Players include Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappe, and many more. Following their journey from little kids with big dreams to their...
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See moreThis illustrated picture book tells the story of some of the Football World Cup's greatest players in a simple way that's perfect for the very youngest football fan.
Description
In Football Stories: Heroes of the World Cup, young readers get a snapshot of some of the tournament's greatest-ever performers from both the men's and women's editions. Players include Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappe, and many more.
Following their journey from little kids with big dreams to their achievements on football's biggest stage, the inspiring collection of footballer stories captures the imagination.
The simple text and engaging art make it the ideal first read for little football fans.
Product Details
INFORMATION
Barcode: 9781804538944
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 26 February 2026
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Welbeck Children's Books
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Dan Green
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Length: 8.0mm
Width: 256.0mm
Height: 242.0mm
Weight: 160g
Pages: 32
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About the Author
Simon Mugford (Author)
Simon once worked at the Science Museum in London, where he flew paper aeroplanes and made giant bubbles for children. Now he writes and edits books about things like dinosaurs, ice hockey, thunderstorms and llamas. He lives in Kent with his wife and daughter, a cat and two tortoises.Dan Green (Illustrator) Dan Green has drawn silly pictures since he could hold a crayon. Then he grew up and started making books about stuff like trucks, space, people's jobs, Doctor Who and Star Wars. Dan lives in Suffolk with his wife, son, daughter and dog that takes him for very long walks.Also by Simon Mugford
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