Description
The definitive guide to the world’s most popular game Fully revised and updated to tie in with the 2020 Euro 2020 tournament, which will be held across the continent and will be watched by the rest of the world. Capturing the triumph and despair of pivotal moments in world soccer, this book is packed with pictures and profiles of the world’s most skilful soccer players – old and new – from Beckham to Messi, Pelé to Ronaldo, Rooney to Neymar. Over 40 of the best sides to have lit up the game are covered in detail, including the U.S’s men’s and women’s teams, Brazil, Manchester United, Arsenal, and Spain. All the drama of the “beautiful game” is fully analyzed with dynamic full-spread photos and digital artworks that recreate famous moves and goals, while each chapter includes links to websites, providing a valuable access point to databases of players, international results, all the major tournaments, and club histories. 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.
