From the #1 New York Times bestselling World Almanac, a book packed with awesome facts about World Cup soccer—everything you've ever wanted to know about "the beautiful game."
 
Kids want to know everything about their favorite athletes, and with this engaging, colorful collection of facts, figures, and photos, they will get a big step closer. From game-changing greats to tips on how to rule the pitch, The World Almanac 2,501 Incredible Facts for Kids on World Cup Soccer finds ways to delight and intrigue readers. The perfect gift for any mega soccer fan gearing up for the next World Cup tournaments or players who want to know more about the sport, this thorough and brightly designed book presents thousands of fascinating and surprising “footie facts” about the following World Cup topics:

• Past, present, and future stars of the men's and women's games
• Soccer nations of the world
• The road to the World Cup
• The history and origins of soccer
• Soccer pros' tips and tricks
• Rules, technology, gaming, and innovation
• Memorable matches and teams
• And much more!