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Book

The Kingfisher soccer encyclopedia

Call Number

  • J 796.334 GIFF (CEN, OSH)

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Publication Information

New York : Kingfisher : Distributed in the U.S. by Macmillan, 2010.

Physical Description

144 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 29 cm.

Summary

Covers the sport's rules, skills, fans and the media, coaches, and tactics, and offers profiles of the top players and teams. From the first soccer games to today's money-spinning global industry, the book takes readers to the heart of a sport that is played and watched by millions of people around the world. It explains the key rules, skills, and tactics and examines issues in and around the game--supporters, the media, and the demands of being a professional player. Stunning digital artwork recreates some of the most famous moves and greatest goals in soccer history, and the latest statistics are provided for soccer enthusiasts.

Contents

  • Introduction
  • Playing the game
  • Soccer legends
  • The brain game
  • Great teams
  • Soccer fortunes
  • Competitions
  • Reference.

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