Goal!: Awesome Soccer Stories and Fun Facts for Kids

Learn all about the world's most popular sport in this fun and vibrant guide to soccer.

Are you a budding soccer star? Or perhaps a superfan of the sport? This young reader's guide to all things soccer offers an engaging introduction to the beautiful game. With over 100 player profiles, Goal! covers soccer's greatest legends and rising stars, providing detailed information in a young reader-friendly format. Fact boxes highlight major events and milestones in soccer history, making the sport's rich legacy accessible to young readers. Packed with new and vibrant photos, this book captures the excitement and passion of the game, making it an ideal gift for budding soccer fans. Read along to discover all there is to know about this popular sport and engage with the book's exciting features, including:

• Profiles of international and women players
• An interactive glossary
• From-the-field anecdotes
• And much more!

Educational and entertaining, Goal! is the perfect resource to foster a lifelong love of soccer. Whether learning the basics, exploring historic moments, or discovering fun trivia, young readers will find everything they need to become soccer enthusiasts.

Author: Carlos Mojica
Publisher: Becker & Mayer
Published: 03/24/2026
Pages: 160
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.74lbs
Size: 10.31h x 8.08w x 0.71d
ISBN: 9781577157090
Audience: Ages 9-12

About the Author

Carlos Mojica is a bilingual writer based in Columbus, Ohio. Carlos is a soccer fan and enjoys writing about and sharing the cultural aspects of soccer. His professional experience includes working for the Columbus Crew and the National Premier Soccer League, as well as collaborating with Major League Soccer and Concacaf on various high-profile events.