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Football Rising Stars: Alessia Russo

By Harry Meredith

How did a calm girl become England’s fearless striker with football’s most talked-about goal?

inspiring informative fast-paced football-focused

Genres

Non-fiction Biography Sport

What is Football Rising Stars: Alessia Russo about?

Discover how Alessia Russo became one of England’s most exciting footballers. From her early days playing the game to starring for the Lionesses, Alessia’s journey is filled with hard work, determination and unforgettable goals. Follow her rise as she develops into a clever and fearless striker, including her memorable backheel at the 2023 World Cup. Learn about her calm personality off the pitch and the skill, strength and courage that make her a key player on it.

About the author

Harry Meredith is a writer who loves bringing exciting stories to life, especially for young readers. He is known for creating the action-packed 'Football Rising Stars' series, which follows the journeys of famous footballers. Harry enjoys inspiring children to read and dream big through his fun and adventurous books.

Pages

128 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2024

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