The World Cup, international soccer's championship tournament, rules the global sports stage. Award-winning author Matt Doeden explores the history of international soccer and covers the World Cup's greatest moments, from the most shocking goals to bigges.

Briefly describes the equipment, terminology, rules, positions, and plays of one of the world's most popular games.

"A forward dribbles upfield and works to get into position to score, but a defending player covers too well. Then the forward fakes, and the defender overreaches. One swift kick and . . . gooooaaaallll! The crowd roars. Soccer's ultimate prize is on the line. Readers will delight in discovering the legendary players, thrilling games, and long history of the World Cup"--

Describes trapping, heading, volleying, passing, juggling, and other specific skills required to play the game of soccer

Bring your ball and head for the pitch. We're about to learn why soccer ranks among the...TOP HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS.

"Reiko is the goalie for her soccer team. By being a good teammate, she helps her team score! Pairs with the nonfiction title Being a Good Teammate"--

Text and photographs look at stats and facts of the game of soccer.

Soccer is a great play-anywhere-anytime game. This guide introduces kids to every part of the game. It offers useful advice for players developing their ball control skills, as well as explanations of the different positions on a team. Readers will learn how teamwork can help win games, how physical fitness helps strengthen a player's entire game, and why goalkeepers wear those huge gloves. A list of words to know and recommendations for other books...

A look at some of the most famous goals in soccer history and those who scored them