soccer

Examines the strategies and tactics of the game of soccer, how they have changed over the decades, and how those changes have influenced the game worldwide.

"Soccer has been the world's most popular sport for the last century and an irresistible game for political and social leaders seeking shortcuts to the hearts of their people. Some of the prime movers of the twentieth-century, including Benito Mussolini, Adolf Hitler, Evita and Juan Per?n, Augusto Pinochet, and the drug lord Pablo Escobar, have found in soccer a magnificent partner for enflaming patriotism, manipulating the masses, prolonging their stays on the throne, justifying aberrant acts, or simply recreating the old Roman 'bread and circuses' (in many cases without the bread). They have tried to turn the beautiful game into something useful. Sometimes it worked, momentarily, but as renowned sports journalist Luciano Wernicke writes in this fascinating and original book, the game and its glories have survived them all"--Provided by publisher.

"Up your game with advanced soccer strategies for players ages 12 to 16. Working on your own skills is an important part of being a team player, and 'Soccer smarts for teens' is here to help you. . . . You'll work your way through 50 different techniques and strategies you can implement right away--on your own or with your team--to help you take your game to the next level"--Publisher's website.

"Playing soccer is the only time Feng is in control. On the field, he can forget the rest of the world. When an injury puts Feng on the sidelines, he is forced to face the problems in his life head-on. Will he realize that he doesn't have to do it all alone?"--Provided by publisher.

"Based on the true story of soccer legend Mia Hamm, 'Mia and Friends' follows a group of young women who made history at the 1999 Women's World Cup"--Amazon.com.

"The most popular sport in the world is guaranteed to have its fair share of rivalries. Does winning a World Cup make a team the best? Or does Olympic gold deserve the glory? Discover some of soccer's biggest rivalries past and present and decide for yourself who's the best"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces young readers to soccer.

Quincy has worked hard in order to move up to the A-level soccer team where he can play with his friend Will, but when he becomes a starter and Will is benched it seems like their friendship is suddenly on the rocks.

Jacob dreams of playing real soccer and scoring goals, but his team only has four players, so when they are challenged by a bullying street team, they have to use teamwork and strategy to win and convince the street players to join their team.

"With billions of fans and giant stadiums packed with cheering crowds, soccer itself is record-breaking. Find out even more by reading about soccer's record-breaking superstar players, trophy-winning teams, and standout coaches"--Provided by publisher.