Introduce young readers to the thrilling lives of today's greatest players with the Ultimate Football Heroes Series 1 Collection — a 10-book boxed-style set from experienced sports writers Matt Oldfield and Tom Oldfield. Perfect for football-loving kids, classroom libraries, or as a standout gift for fans, this paperback edition brings inspiring true stories of grit, talent and determination in an accessible children’s series format.
This book collection profiles ten modern football icons in easy-to-read chapters that celebrate their journeys from grassroots to glory. Each title highlights personal challenges, breakthrough moments and the skills that made these players household names — great for early readers who love sport biographies or parents seeking motivating bedtime reading.
Titles included in this set
- Messi — Lionel Messi is a legend. Barcelona's star player and the world's best footballer. But when he was young, he was so small that his friends called him Little Leo.
- Son Heung-min — Son Heung-min, the South Korean superstar, is now one of the best attacking talents in the world.
- Neymar — Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior is the boy who carries the hopes of Brazil on his shoulders, now facing new challenges at Paris Saint-Germain.
- Kane — Follow the journey of the world's most lethal striker and England captain Harry Kane, including his exciting Euro 2020 journey.
- Ronaldo — ‘As he walked up to take his spot-kick, Cristiano knew that Real would win the trophy if he scored.’
- Bruno Fernandes — The versatile attacking midfielder has become a relentless and prolific goal-scorer, catapulting his team towards the top.
- Rice — When Declan Rice was released by Chelsea's youth academy at 14, he was devastated. But he wasn’t going to let that get in the way of his Premier League dreams.
- Rashford — The story of Marcus Rashford: one of the brightest young stars at Manchester United and a future England goalscoring legend.
- Saka — Bukayo Saka has the world at his feet. Since breaking through at Arsenal, he’s helped his team lift the FA Cup and continues to grow in confidence.
- Haaland — Norwegian international Erling Haaland is the rising star of Europe, already smashing records and establishing himself among the elite.
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781835872901
Why parents, teachers and gift buyers love this boxed set
- Engaging, age-appropriate biographies that encourage reading and resilience.
- Perfect as a gift set for young football fans or a classroom collection for sports units.
- Short, motivational chapters that make great bedtime stories or independent reading material.
- From experienced sports writers Matt Oldfield and Tom Oldfield — authentic, well-researched profiles.
This Ultimate Football Heroes Series 1 Collection is more than just a boxed set — it’s a source of inspiration for aspiring players and fans alike. Whether you’re building a home library, rewarding a little reader, or searching for a memorable present, these stories of hard work, setbacks and triumphs make a timeless keepsake and an ideal gift for children who dream big on the pitch.