SHORTLISTED 2023

Children's Sports Book of the Year | Shortlisted

50 Times Football Changed the World

by Gary Lineker and Ivor Baddiel
Illustrator - Erica Salcedo

From football legend, Gary Lineker, comes a collection of truly uplifting, empowering and extraordinary football stories that have inspired him throughout his career.

Written with author and TV writer Ivor Baddiel, in this fun and fact-packed book, Gary Lineker shares 50 of his favourite football moments that highlight the many awe-inspiring, heart-warming and eye-opening moments that have changed the game – and sometimes the world – forever.

From pioneering players, trailblazing managers, and incredible tales both on and off the pitch, this book contains everything you ever wanted to know about the beautiful game.

 

50 times football changed the world
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