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Book

Soccer

Call Number

  • J 796.334 HORN (CEN)

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Edition

American edition.

Publication Information

New York, NY : DK in association with the National Football Museum, 2023.

Physical Description

72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm

Summary

Examines all aspects of the game of soccer, including its history, rules, soccer skills, tactics, equipment, famous players, and playing fields.

Notes

At head of title: Eyewitness.

Contents

  • The global game
  • History of soccer
  • Laws of the game
  • The referee
  • The field
  • Soccer skills
  • Goalkeepers
  • Tactics
  • Injury time
  • Soccer balls
  • Cleats
  • Soccer uniform
  • Accessories
  • Famous players
  • Winning feeling
  • Big clubs
  • The fans
  • Match day
  • The stadium
  • The World Cup
  • Top trophies
  • Playing the game
  • Memorabilia
  • The business of soccer
  • The science of soccer
  • Did you know?
  • Who's who?
  • World Cup wins
  • National teams
  • Find out more
  • Glossary
  • Index.

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