Do you think the game of soccer is powerful enough to stop a war? Indeed it is-it's happened several times in the history of the world's most popular sport-first, with the world's best player ever, Pel� from Brazil, in the late 1960s in Nigeria, and more recently with "Les Elephants" from C�te d'Ivoire in 2006. These legendary soccer stories are both here for your reading pleasure. And the best player to ever win the highly coveted World Cup? Now that Pel� has gone to a better place, maybe it's Lionel Messi (who ...
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Do you think the game of soccer is powerful enough to stop a war? Indeed it is-it's happened several times in the history of the world's most popular sport-first, with the world's best player ever, Pel� from Brazil, in the late 1960s in Nigeria, and more recently with "Les Elephants" from C�te d'Ivoire in 2006. These legendary soccer stories are both here for your reading pleasure. And the best player to ever win the highly coveted World Cup? Now that Pel� has gone to a better place, maybe it's Lionel Messi (who overcame a severe growth deficiency as a kid) or perhaps his teammate �ngel di Maria (who bagged dirty coal with his dad before finally making it big). They're both here. In addition, you'll find inspiring soccer stories about: Michelle Akers who rose above discrimination, injury, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, to lead the U.S. women to World Cup glory Maybe the greatest longshot in the history of the European Championship, Greece, beating all odds in 2004 The Japanese women winning the 2011 World Cup, soon after their homeland was devastated by an earthquake and tsunami Maradona's rise from poverty to score "The Hand of God" goal and "The Goal of The Century" in the same 1986 game Famous players who make a difference on the field, and in society, helping others All 12 inspiring stories are suitable for kids and teens, told in a fast-paced, informative style. You'll enjoy reading all about what makes certain soccer players and wheelchair-bound coaches truly unique.
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New. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 136 p. Intended for a juvenile audience. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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Fine. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 136 p. Intended for a juvenile audience. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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New. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 136 p. Intended for a juvenile audience. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
