World Cup football
Gifford, Clive, 1966-2014
Book
From its long history to the preparations for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, this fascinating book is an essential guide for players and spectators. Find out how qualifying rounds work, see where the matches will be held in 2014 and read about previous winners. The series is aimed at readers with an interest in the sport - whether they play the game, are an avid fan, or are just an armchair enthusiast.
Main title:
World Cup football / Clive Gifford.
Author:
Gifford, Clive, 1966-, author
Work:
Imprint:
London : Wayland, 2014.London Wayland, 2014.©2014
Collation:
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly colour), portraits ; 28 cm.
Series title:
Football focus ; 5
Notes:
Includes index.Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
Football's biggest competition -- World Cup beginnings -- Hosting a World Cup -- Qualifying for the tournament -- World Cup fans -- World Cup coaches -- Attack and defence -- Shocks and controversy -- It's a knockout -- The World Cup Final -- The play-off and awards -- The Women's World Cup -- Legends and records -- What it takes to be... -- Glossary, books and websites -- Index.
ISBN:
9780750282871 (hardback)
Dewey class:
796.334668
Language:
English
BRN:
295407