{"title":"Dino Books","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"classic-football-heroes-legend-series-10-books-collection-set-matt-tom-oldfield-ages-7-12-paperback","title":"Classic Football Heroes Legend Series 10 Books Collection Set by Matt \u0026 Tom Oldfield - Ages 7-12 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRonaldo\u003cbr\u003e\nMaradona\u003cbr\u003e\nFigo\u003cbr\u003e\nBeckham\u003cbr\u003e\nKlinsmann\u003cbr\u003e\nZidane\u003cbr\u003e\nRooney\u003cbr\u003e\nGiggs\u003cbr\u003e\nGerrard\u003cbr\u003e\nCarragher\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\nISBN: 9789526532493\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Dino Books\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: 7-12 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Classic Football Heroes Legend Series brings together ten unmissable biographies from Matt and Tom Oldfield, celebrating some of the greatest footballers to ever grace the pitch. 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Figo's story explores the courage it took to switch allegiance from Barcelona to Real Madrid, while Beckham's tale captures the last-gasp free-kick that made him a national hero. Klinsmann's book charts his journey from World Cup winner to beloved Tottenham legend, and Zidane's story traces his rise from the streets of Marseille to World Cup and Champions League glory. Rooney's biography follows his fairytale rise from Croxteth to Manchester United superstar, Giggs' book tells of his remarkable longevity and skill as a Manchester United great, and Gerrard's and Carragher's stories celebrate two Liverpool legends who inspired unforgettable European nights at Anfield. 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From Lionel Messi's rise in Rosario to Erling Haaland's record-breaking debut seasons, each short, accessible chapter book turns real football journeys into gripping, inspiring reading for young fans aged 7-9. A brilliant gift set or classroom addition for anyone who dreams of the pitch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach book follows a single football icon from playground kickabouts to World Cup finals and Premier League glory. Messi traces the story of a boy so small his friends nicknamed him \"Little Leo,\" while Son Heung-min charts the South Korean star's rise to Premier League fame. Neymar explores the pressure of carrying Brazil's hopes, and Kane follows Harry Kane's journey from academy rejection to England captaincy. Ronaldo captures his relentless drive for greatness, while Bruno Fernandes celebrates the Manchester United playmaker's creative spark. Rice tells of Declan Rice's resilience after being released by Chelsea at 14, and Rashford highlights Marcus Rashford's rise alongside his work off the pitch. Saka follows Bukayo Saka's breakthrough at Arsenal, and Haaland charts the Norwegian's record-smashing career. 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Phil Foden's journey through Manchester City's academy shows how homegrown talent can flourish, and Kylian Mbappé's record-breaking transfer and blistering pace capture the excitement of a generational striker. Vinícius Júnior's tale moves from humble beginnings in Brazil to Real Madrid stardom, while Martin Ødegaard's book follows his careful development through Norwegian and European academies. Kevin De Bruyne's story reveals how setbacks in his early career shaped a genuine midfield maestro, and Alisson Becker's biography celebrates the craft and composure of a world-class goalkeeper. Robert Lewandowski's journey from a sport-loving family to becoming one of Europe's most prolific goal-scorers rounds out the senior stars, alongside Darwin Núñez's fast-rising story from Uruguay to Premier League title contention. 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