Classic Football Heroes 10 Book Collection Set By Matt & Tom Oldfield - Ages 8-14 - Paperback
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The Classic Football Heroes 10 Book Collection Set is an excellent collection of biographies about some of the greatest football players of all time. Written by Matt and Tom Oldfield, these books offer an in-depth look into the lives and careers of ten iconic footballers, from Ronaldo to Carragher. For related books, check out our Football Books collection.
The first book in the collection is dedicated to Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the most successful and prolific football players of all time. The book takes a detailed look at his life, from his early years in Portugal to his rise to fame at Manchester United and his subsequent success at Real Madrid.
The second book is about Diego Maradona, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest players to have ever played the game. The book takes readers through Maradona's incredible career, including his time at Napoli and his infamous 'Hand of God' moment during the 1986 World Cup.
The third book in the collection is dedicated to Luis Figo, who was known for his technical ability and precision passing. The book explores Figo's time at Barcelona and Real Madrid, as well as his success with the Portuguese national team.
David Beckham is the subject of the fourth book in the collection, which delves into his rise to fame at Manchester United and his subsequent success with Real Madrid, LA Galaxy, and the England national team.
The fifth book is about Jürgen Klinsmann, a German footballer who played for a number of top European teams, including Tottenham Hotspur and Bayern Munich. The book takes readers through Klinsmann's career and his success as a coach with the US Men's National Team.
Zinedine Zidane, widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, is the subject of the sixth book in the collection. The book explores his success with Juventus, Real Madrid, and the French national team.
Wayne Rooney, who is England's all-time leading goalscorer, is the subject of the seventh book in the collection. The book covers his early years at Everton and his subsequent success at Manchester United.
The eighth book is about Ryan Giggs, who played for Manchester United for over 20 years and won numerous trophies during his career. The book explores his time at the club and his success with the Welsh national team.
Steven Gerrard, who played for Liverpool for over 17 years and captained the club to numerous trophies, is the subject of the ninth book in the collection. The book covers his rise to fame at Liverpool and his success with the England national team.
Finally, the tenth book in the collection is about Jamie Carragher, a Liverpool legend who spent his entire career at the club. The book explores his time at Liverpool and his success with the England national team.
Overall, the Classic Football Heroes 10 Book Collection Set is an excellent collection of biographies that offers an in-depth look at some of the greatest football players of all time. The books are written in an engaging and accessible style that will appeal to both football fans and casual readers alike. Whether you're a die-hard fan of one of these players or simply interested in learning more about football history, this collection is a must-read.
Titles in This Set:
- Ronaldo
- Maradona
- Figo
- Beckham
- Klinsmann
- Zidane
- Rooney
- Giggs
- Gerrard
- Carragher
Description from the Publisher:
Ronaldo
This is the rollercoaster story of how Ronaldo grew up to become a superstar striker for Brazil, Barcelona and Real Madrid. Struck down by illness on the day of the 1998 World Cup final, he showed world-class skill and determination to come back four years later and single-handedly destroy Germany in the 2002 final to prove, once and for all, that he was one of the greatest strikers ever.
Maradona
Diego Maradona is a true footballing legend, and arguably the greatest player ever. The Argentinian playmaker was renowned for his unbelievable skills and agility, as he effortlessly weaved his way up the pitch and through the opposition's defence. Nicknamed 'The Golden Boy', Maradona earned ninety-one caps and scored thirty-one goals for his country, including in the 1986 World Cup where he captained his team to victory - scoring the two most famous goals of all time, against England, along the way.
Figo
Luís Figo is one of the greatest players of his generation, after a glittering career in which he captained his national team, Portugal, and became Barcelona's hero captain. But when he transferred to fierce rivals Real Madrid, he had to face the anger of Barca fans all over the world. Yet Figo showed true courage, forging an unstoppable partnership with fellow midfield maestro Zinedine Zidane to win the 2002 Champions League. This is the thrilling story of one of the best midfielders ever.
Beckham
In 2002, during the final moments of injury time, David Beckham scored an incredible free-kick, securing England a place in the World Cup. It was this moment that ensured that Beckham would become one of the most loved English footballers, as well as a Manchester United and Real Madrid hero. During a career which spanned twenty years, Beckham won an impressive nineteen major trophies. This is the story of a true sportsman, who earned respect and loyalty from his fans around the world.
Klinsmann
Jurgen Klinsmann: deadly goal-poacher, Tottenham Hotspur hero, world champion. After helping to beat England in the 1990 World Cup, the German striker came to play for Tottenham Hotspur - but it took a long time for Spurs fans to grow to love him. Yet with his competitive spirit, humour and his amazing talent for conjuring a goal from thin air, he quickly became a North London legend. This is his exciting story.
Zidane
Zidane is the fantastic story of the boy who started off on the streets of Marseille and went on to win a World Cup with France, score a legendary volley to win the 2002 Champions League Final and return to Real Madrid as manager. This is how the poor boy with the incredible talent went on to become the greatest player of his generation.
Rooney
Rooney tells the action-packed story of one boy's journey from the streets of Croxteth to one of the biggest stages in world football. This heartwarming book tracks Wayne Rooney's fairytale rise from child superstar to Everton hero to Manchester United legend.
Giggs
Giggs is the classic story of one of Manchester United's all-time heroes. As a teenager, he was so brilliant that Sir Alex Ferguson turned up at his front door to sign him - and the rest is history. A dazzlingly skilful winger, and one of the most decorated players ever, Ryan Giggs is a true Premier League legend.
Gerrard
Gerrard tells of how a young boy from Merseyside would go on to captain his club for over a decade, inspiring their legendary Champions League and FA Cup wins along the way. This is the story of Steven Gerrard, Liverpool’s greatest ever player.
Carragher
Carragher tells the story of the Liverpool hero who stood firm to make Liverpool's breath-taking victory at the UEFA Champions League Final in 2005 possible, coming back against AC Milan, despite the Italian team's enormous lead. This is a story about true loyalty and dedication to one of the world's greatest teams.
Read all about the legends of the game in this Classic Football Heroes 10 book collection from Matt and Tom Oldfield. This collection contains the stories of some of the world's greatest-ever footballers, including Ronaldo, Maradona, Beckham and Zidane, from the playground to the pitch. This collection is perfect for football fanatics aged 9+.
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