The World Cup /
by Tyler Omoth.
- 32 pages : illustrations (mostly color) ; 23 cm.
- Capstone Captivate : sports championships. .
Includes bibliographical references and index.
The kicking kid -- History of the World Cup -- Great teams -- Amazing plays -- Glossary -- Read more -- Internet sites -- Index.
A forward dribbles upfield and works to get into position to score, but a defending player covers too well. Then the forward fakes, and the defender overreaches. One swift kick and a goal! The crowd roars. Soccer's ultimate prize is on the line. Readers will delight in discovering the legendary players, thrilling games, and long history of the World Cup.