Unbelievable Football: the Most Amazing World Cup Stories You Never Knew

Name: Unbelievable Football: the Most Amazing World Cup Stories You Never Knew
Rating: 4.7 (10 reviews)
ISBN: 9781526367822

By Matt Oldfield

Could football’s wildest World Cup surprises change everything you thought you knew?

exciting informative engaging

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Average score: 4.7

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Matt Oldfield serves up a lively collection of astonishing World Cup tales, from stormy beginnings to unforgettable clashes involving Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé. Short chapters, punchy facts and Ollie Mann’s playful illustrations make this an excellent choice for football fans and reluctant readers alike.

Genres

Non-fiction Sport

What is Unbelievable Football: the Most Amazing World Cup Stories You Never Knew about?

Think you know football? Think again! Dive into the most unbelievable World Cup stories you've never heard. From the greatest final featuring Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi, to stormy seas at the first tournament, and Brazil's shocking defeat. Packed with incredible stats and facts about legendary players, iconic matches, and more. Perfect for football mad kids!

About the author

Matt Oldfield is a British author who loves writing exciting books about football. He is best known for the 'Ultimate Football Heroes' series, which shares the stories of famous footballers like Messi, Ronaldo, and Kane. Matt enjoys bringing the world of football to life and inspiring young readers who love the beautiful game.

Discussion ideas around Unbelievable Football: the Most Amazing World Cup Stories You Never Knew

Greatest Players: What makes players such as Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé stand out, and which qualities matter most besides scoring goals?

Unexpected Heroes: Which lesser known player, team or helper do you find most memorable, and what makes their story special?

Big Surprises: Why do you think a famous team such as Brazil can sometimes lose to a team that seems less likely to win?

Football History: How has the World Cup changed from its early tournaments to the huge international event it is today?

Never Give Up: What can the stories of teams facing disasters, pressure or powerful opponents teach us about teamwork and determination?

Pages

96 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2026

First published

2026

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