"FROM THE NO.1 FOOTBALL SERIES - OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD!
Introducing the SUPER STOPPERS collection. Perfect for reluctant readers and all fans of the beautiful game.
Name: Paul McGrath
Nationality: English / Irish
Hero Rating: TBC
Growing up in the foster care system, Paul McGrath found an outlet in sports and began his footballing career in his early twenties, playing for St Patrick's Athletic in the League of Ireland Cup. In 1982, McGrath moved to Manchester United and then Aston Villa, earning himself legendary status. It was on the global stage of the 1990 World Cup, playing for Ireland, that McGrath's masterful defending and skilful performance truly impressed the world, securing him a permanent place in the hearts of Irish football fans.
Ultimate Football Heroes is a series of biographies telling the life-stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world and their incredible journeys from childhood fan to super-star professional player. Written in fast-paced, action-packed style these books are perfect for all the family to collect and share.
Collect them all! Also available in the SUPER STOPPERS range: Van Dijk, Earps, Alisson, Alexander-Arnold, Pickford, Williamson, Ramos, Robertson, Neuer and Maguire."
"FROM THE NO.1 FOOTBALL SERIES - OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD!
Name: Chloe Maggie Kelly
Nationality: English
Hero Rating: 94
'The first time was so nice, we had to do it twice!'
Chloe Kelly started kicking footballs as soon as she could walk and at the age of seven convinced her five older brothers to let her tag along to their local concrete court to play. Her dynamic dribbling and short, sharp passing caught the attention of coaches and Kelly found herself with a place at the Arsenal Academy. She rose through the ranks and made moves to Everton and Manchester City before returning to Arsenal.
This is the story of the formidable Lioness who surpassed her dreams of debuting for England to become a two-time UEFA Women's EUROs champion.
Ultimate Football Heroes is a series of biographies telling the life stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world and their incredible journeys from childhood fan to superstar professional player. Written in fast-paced, action-packed style these books are perfect for all the family to collect and share."
"FROM THE NO.1 FOOTBALL SERIES - OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD!
Introducing the SUPER STOPPERS collection. Perfect for reluctant readers and all fans of the beautiful game.
Name: Mary Alexandra Earps
Nationality: English
Hero Rating: 95
Mary Earps caught the football bug at an early age, kicking a ball in the back garden with her brother, and training with his team. At the age of ten she joined West Bridgford Colts and an incredible footballing journey began, which would take her from success in Germany, to Manchester United - and on to the biggest stages of all.
Discover how the skill, passion and determination of 'Mary Queen of Stops' helped England to victory in the European Championships, and led her to be recognised as the best goalkeeper in the world.
Ultimate Football Heroes is a series of biographies telling the life stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world and their incredible journeys from childhood fan to superstar professional player. Written in fast-paced, action-packed style these books are perfect for all the family to collect and share.
Collect them all! Also available in the SUPER STOPPERS range:
Van Dijk, Alisson, Alexander-Arnold, Pickford, Williamson, Ramos, Robertson, Neuer, Maguire."
"FROM THE NO.1 FOOTBALL SERIES - OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD!
Introducing the SUPER STOPPERS collection. Perfect for reluctant readers and all fans of the beautiful game.
Name: Leah Cathrine Williamson
Nationality: English
Hero Rating: 97
Born into a footballing family, Leah Williamson followed in the footsteps of her mother who cut her hair short so she could play with the boys. Williamson began playing at Scot Youth, a boys' team in Bletchley, quickly becoming their star striker. She went on to join Rushden & Diamonds Centre of Excellence, before joining Arsenal at the age of nine, where she has remained, making her senior team debut in 2014 at the age of 17. Representing England since 2010, Williamson has played at an international level since the age of 13, and was made permanent captain of the Lionesses in 2022.
Discover how this versatile player from Milton Keynes balanced school with a burgeoning football career to hone her skills. From her early start as a six-year-old and being a part of Arsenal's youth programme at nine to receiving an OBE in 2023 for services to association football and being made captain of England's National Team.
Ultimate Football Heroes is a series of biographies telling the life stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world and their incredible journeys from childhood fan to superstar professional player. Written in fast-paced, action-packed style these books are perfect for all the family to collect and share.
Collect them all! Also available in the SUPER STOPPERS range:
Van Dijk, Earps, Alisson, Alexander-Arnold, Pickford, Ramos, Robertson, Neuer, Maguire."
"FROM THE NO.1 FOOTBALL SERIES - OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD!
Introducing the WING WIZARDS collection. Perfect for reluctant readers and all fans of the beautiful game.
Name: Bethany Jane Mead
Nationality: English
Hero Rating: 96
As an energetic six-year-old, Beth Mead was taken to a weekly local football session by her mum. Finding a passion for the game, Beth often found herself as the only girl on the team. Despite being laughed at for this, she let her natural talent do the talking.
At 16, Mead was signed to Sunderland where she made a name for herself as a top goalscorer. Putting off offers from Arsenal until she completed her university degree, Mead continued juggling work, study and football until she graduated. She then signed to Arsenal and earned a place as a Lioness, representing the England national team.
Discover how this talented forward balanced her university degree alongside a burgeoning football career to hone her skills. From becoming captain of her primary school's boys team to being announced as the youngest winner of the Women's Super League Golden Boot and being named as the Player of the Tournament at the UEFA Women's Euro 2022 tournament.
Ultimate Football Heroes is a series of biographies telling the life stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world and their incredible journeys from childhood fan to superstar professional player. Written in fast-paced, action-packed style these books are perfect for all the family to collect and share.
Collect them all! Also available in the WING WIZARDS range:
Ronaldo, Saka, Salah, Vinícius Júnior, Beckham, Grealish, Rashford, Son Heung-Min, Sancho"
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