Publisher's Synopsis
Packed with really fun illustrated footie facts for kids age 8. If you're 8 and live and breathe football then you'll love this football fact book. Over 100 amazing facts that will blow your mind, expand your knowledge and make you a walking, talking, football expert! From the most surprising world records and Premier League football stats to fanatical fans and fascinating trivia about your ultimate football heroes.
Did you know?
- Did you know Marcus Rashford's birthday is on Halloween? That's proof he was born to score screamers and give defenders nightmares!
- Soccer in space! In 2014, two NASA astronauts held their own tournament in honour of the FIFA World Cup that year.
- The World Cup Trophy is made of solid gold! It weighs about 6kg, which is as heavy as carrying around 6 bags of sugar.
- The fastest footballers can run at a top speed of around 30-35 km/h. Manchester City's Kyle Walker is one of the fastest ever, clocking a top speed of 37.802 km/h.
Highlights
- Over 100 amazing facts for 8 year olds
- Really fun illustrated football trivia
- Fantastic facts about your favourite football superstars
- World records and weird-but-true footie facts
- A great football gift for boys and girls
- The ultimate football facts book for kids
