The Kingfisher soccer encyclopedia by Gifford, Clive instant download

The Kingfisher soccer encyclopedia by Gifford, Clive instant download

144 pages : 29 cm, Covers the sport's rules, skills, fans and the media, coaches, and tactics, and offers profiles of the top players and teams. From the first soccer games to today\"s money-spinning global industry, the book takes readers to the heart of a sport that is played and watched by millions of people around the world. It explains the key rules, skills, and tactics and examines issues in and around the game--supporters, the media, and the demands of being a professional player. With profiles of the world\"s greatest teams and soccer\"s legendary players, from Alfredo di Stefano to Mia Hamm, every aspect of this world-class sport is covered comprehensively. Stunning 3-D digital artwork recreates some of the most famous moves and greatest goals in soccer history, while dramatic full-spread photographs capture the game\"s most memorable moments, Includes index, Introduction -- Skills -- Position and play -- Set pieces -- Tactics -- Pro's game -- Greats -- Reference -- Stats and facts -- Glossary and websites -- Index -- Acknowledgments