World's Greatest Soccer Players: Today's Hottest Superstars - Softcover

Poulton, J. Alexander

9780973768190: World's Greatest Soccer Players: Today's Hottest Superstars

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0973768193 ISBN 13: 9780973768190

Publisher: OverTime Books, 2006

To some it's a game, to others, a religion. Soccer is the world's most-watched sport, with fans around the globe cheering on their favorite stars from local clubs to World Cup teams. Read the stories of the greatest players on the field today:

* David Beckham is a celebrity who continues to catch the world's attention on and off the pitch
* Ronaldinho was named FIFA World Player in 2004 and 2005 and FIFPro World Player in 2005
* Pavel Nedved, the great Czech midfielder, is now winning games for Juventus in Italy
* Wayne Rooney, working-class Liverpool teen, is well on his way to superstardom
* Thierry Henry came from a Parisian ghetto to become one of the fastest strikers to ever play the game
* Djibril Cisse, known for his speed, acceleration and distinctive hairstyles, is making a comeback from an injury that almost cost him his leg
* Zinedine Zidane, the French midfielder, scored the winning goal in the 1998 World Cup
* Francesco Totti is the Italian star forward whose great talent is often overshadowed by his turbulent personality
* Frank Lampard, who came from a great soccer family, was voted England's 2004/2005 Player of the Year.

And many more...

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About the Author:

J. ALEXANDER POULTON is a writer, photographer and genuine sports enthusiast. He's even willing to admit he has ''called in sick'' during the broadcasts of major sports events so that he can get in as much viewing as possible. He has earned his BA in English literature and his graduate diploma in journalism.

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