50 Times Football Changed the World

50 Times Football Changed the World

by Gary Lineker
50 Times Football Changed the World

50 Times Football Changed the World

by Gary Lineker

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Overview

From football legend Gary Lineker comes a collection of 50 eye-opening, awe-inspiring and unforgettable football stories that have changed the game - and sometimes the world - forever. Plus additional LIONESS and WORLD CUP content in the paperback edition!

Have you heard about the most controversial goal in world cup history?
Or about the women's team who showed the world that football truly is for everyone?
And I bet you didn't know about the team that won a match without scoring a single goal!

Written with author and TV writer Ivor Baddiel, in this fun and fact-packed book, Gary Lineker shares 50 of his favorite football moments that highlight the many awe- inspiring, heart-warming and eye-opening moments that have changed the game - and sometimes the world - forever.

From pioneering players, trailblazing managers, and incredible tales both on and off the pitch, this book contains everything you ever wanted to know about the beautiful game. And with Gamechanger Awards presented by Gary to incredible teams and players throughout, this is the ultimate gift for young footie fans everywhere.

With additional LIONESS and WORLD CUP content in this edition!

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780241642528
Publisher: Penguin Random House UK
Publication date: 06/25/2024
Pages: 272
Product dimensions: 5.05(w) x 7.80(h) x 0.70(d)
Age Range: 7 - 12 Years

About the Author

Gary Lineker is a broadcaster and a former professional footballer. He holds England's record for goals in Men's FIFA World Cup tournaments, with 10 scored. He has presented the flagship BBC football program Match of the Day since the late 1990s. Follow Gary on Twitter @GaryLineker and on Instagram.

Ivor Baddiel is a scriptwriter and author. He regularly writes for some of the biggest shows on British television including The BAFTAs, The X Factor and The National Television Awards. Ivor is also the author of nineteen books for both children and adults.
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