The Kingfisher Soccer Encyclopedia: World Cup 2022 edition with free poster (Kingfisher Encyclopedias)

The Kingfisher 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 wallchart 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 soccer players - old and new - from Megan Rapinoe to Lionel Messi, Pelé to Cristiano Ronaldo, and Kylian Mbappé to Alex Morgan. Over 40 of the best sides to have lit up the game are covered in detail, including the U.S'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, the Tokyo Olympics and EURO 2020. All the drama of the "beautiful game" is fully analyzed with dynamic full-spread photos and digital artworks that recreate famous moves and goals. Includes in-depth coverage of every aspect of soccer, including rules and skills; fans and the media; managers 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
• | Publication Date: Oct 03, 2022
• | Number of Pages: 144 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Hardcover/Juvenile Nonfiction
• | ISBN-10: 075347834X
• | ISBN-13: 9780753478349