World Cup Close-Up: Men's Soccer on the Biggest Stage

By Kurt Waldendorf

Soccer is the most popular sport in the world, and the World Cup is a dramatic tournament that pits the most elite teams against one another. Readers can explore a crash course on soccer's biggest event. When did it start, and how has it changed over the years? How are teams from 215 nations whittled down to the final 48? Explore stadiums, meet players, and take a seat in front of the world's greatest stage!

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FGDD7WCB
• ISBN13: 9798875269844
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Capstone Press
• Length: 32 Pages
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6