Soccer Games

The Masterful, Definitive History of Argentinian Soccer Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona, Alfredo Di St'fano: in every generation Argentina has uncovered a uniquely brilliant soccer talent. Perhaps it's because the country lives and breathes the game, its theories, and its myths. Argentina's rich...

Technique, speed, and tactical execution are crucial components of winning soccer, but it is mental toughness that marks out the very best players - the ability to play when pressure is highest, the opposition is strongest, and fear is greatest. Top players and coaches understand the importance of sport psychology in soccer but how do you train your mind to become the best player you can be? Soccer Tough demystifies this crucial side of the game and offers practical techniques that will enable soccer players of all abilities to actively develop focus, energy, and confidence.

A brilliant and entertaining deconstruction of the most popular sport in the world, just in time for the 2026 World Cup in North America, from the bestselling author of How to Watch Basketball Like a Genius In How to Watch Soccer Like a Genius, Nick Greene calls on a turf manager, an expert on...

Looking for the Perfect World Cup Gift Your Young Soccer Fan Will Read Cover to Cover? Want your child or teen to soak up grit, perseverance, and the never give up spirit of soccer's greatest legends while having a blast on every page? This book brings the biggest tournament on Earth to life through unforgettable stories, jaw-dropping facts, and brain-game fun. A sock for a ball. A boy too small for any team. The Goal of the Century. A hat trick in a World Cup final. World Cup legends, the wildest records, the impossible upsets, the weirdest moments —and the biggest party on Earth. in one...

Every Legend Was Once Just a Kid With a Ball. Show Your Young Player How It Starts. Long before the trophies and millions of fans, they were simply boys with a dream. Some were told they were too small. Others grew up with little money. But they overcame life’s challenges and rose to greatness. This book brings their true and inspiring journeys to life. Inside you'll find: Inspiring Stories: Meet the players who reshaped the game. Discover how Cristiano Ronaldo left home at just 12 years old to pursue his dream at a soccer academy, and how Lamine Yamal became one of the youngest players ...

“Engrossing, insightful . . . [The Long Game] pulls no punches when describing the critiques and failures of the U.S. soccer system over the past few decades.” —Miguel Salazar, The New York Times Book Review The gripping account of the U.S. men’s national soccer team’s winding saga...

This in-depth examination of soccer takes listeners on a tour across the world and throughout history, introducing the many people who have attempted to shine a light onto and innovate a sport that, in many ways, is still stuck in the Dark Ages. This deep dive into the rise of analytics in soccer—a sport where tradition reigns supreme—shows how revolutionary tactics and underexplored metrics are breaking the beautiful game wide open. 

How do some of soccer’s smartest and most accomplished figures master the craft of the game? This in-depth analysis of modern soccer reveals how elite players and coaches strategize on and off the field to execute in high-pressure situations. “A worthy addition to any soccer fan’s...

Updated 2026 World Cup Edition In this modern classic, a leading sportswriter and an acclaimed sports economist apply high-powered analytical tools to everyday soccer topics “Soccernomics is the most intelligent book ever written about soccer.” ―San Francisco Chronicle Why do clubs almost...

Asher Donovan is a living legend—the darling of the Premier League, the (arguably) greatest footballer in the world. But his reckless antics and recent team transfer have caused much controversy, and when his feud with his rival-turned-teammate costs them a championship, they’re forced to “bond” during off-season cross-training. Surviving the summer shouldn’t be hard…until Asher meets their new trainer. She’s beautiful, talented, and no matter how hard he tries, he can’t take his mind off her.

"Soccer Rules for Parents: A Quick Guide to Understanding Rules and Referee Decisions to Better Enjoy, Explain, and Become Experts in the Game" is the ultimate resource for parents looking to deepen their knowledge of the game and support their child's soccer journey. This comprehensive guide breaks down the most important rules of soccer in a clear and easy-to-understand format, providing parents with the tools they need to navigate the referees’ decisions and the rules of youth soccer. Whether you're a seasoned soccer parent or new to the game, this book covers everything you need to ...

⚽ A heartwarming soccer story that teaches kids the power of teamwork. Leo loves soccer. He’s the fastest player on the field, and he loves racing toward the goal with the ball at his feet. But there’s one problem… Leo doesn’t like to pass. When the Blue Rockets face a tough team in the Sunshine Soccer League, Leo learns that soccer isn’t about doing everything alone. With the help of his teammates and Coach Dani, Leo discovers that the best players aren’t just fast or talented — they trust their team. Will Leo learn that passing the ball can lead to the biggest victory of ...

Every four years, the world remembers that soccer is never just a game. It is memory. Identity. Family tradition. National hope. City energy. Travel, rivalry, heartbreak, joy, and belonging—compressed into one unforgettable tournament. The World Cup Effect is an independent, richly written nonfiction book for soccer fans, new viewers, families, travelers, and lifelong supporters who want to understand why the world’s biggest soccer event means so much to so many people. Written for the 2026 tournament era, this book explores the emotional and cultural power of global soccer fandom: the ...

Soccer is the most popular game in the world, but does it truly belong in the heart of American sports culture? The answer is a resounding yes—and the 150-year journey of elite men’s soccer in the US is filled with drama, surprises, reversals, and triumphs that rival any world-class match.

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A disgraced soccer exec reluctantly enlists the help of a retired soccer star in coaching a children’s team in this small-town love story in the vein of It Happened One Summer—from the New York Times bestselling author of The Spanish Love Deception. Adalyn Reyes...

“Abby is a relatable revolutionary — with WOLFPACK, she inspires the confidence, leadership and sisterhood we all so desperately need right now.” — Amy Schumer This program is read by the author. Based on her inspiring, viral 2018 commencement speech to Barnard College’s graduates in...

Discover How Soccer Became the World’s Game The Complete Evolution of Soccer takes readers on an engaging journey from ancient ball games and chaotic medieval contests to modern tactics, advanced technology, global tournaments, and smart stadiums. This detailed yet easy-to-read soccer history explores how a loosely organised kicking game developed into the most popular sport in the world. Learn how early rules were created, why clubs and professional leagues emerged, how international competitions grew, and how women’s soccer overcame decades of exclusion to become a major global force....

Chase Ellis Plays the Long Game A Story About Soccer, Self-Discovery, and Belonging by Linda Herbst Not every child who joins a team wants the spotlight. Some want to understand how things work. This middle-grade soccer book follows a thoughtful kid who isn’t the fastest runner or the loudest voice on the field, but who notices what others miss. As the season unfolds, he begins to see how spacing, patience, and trust can turn a group of players into a real team. Written as children’s sports fiction for ages 8–11, this story speaks especially to reluctant athletes and kids who feel ...

Football star "Tank" Armstrong has one goal: win another championship. But when the new kid, Marco Santiago, claims to be a football player, Tank and his teammates find it hard to believe. Linebacker Biff Taylor invites Marco to practice on the football field to embarrass him and eventually Tank joins in.

From the heart-warming story of a player whose dying daughter asked him to leave the cancer ward to play in a European final, to the hilarious tale of a national team almost getting arrested for misunderstanding a word in English.