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Brilliant books to celebrate a festival of football


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WORLD CUP READING

Tomorrow sees the biggest ever World Cup tournament kick off in Mexico City and we've got all the literary assists you need to immerse yourself in this summer's festival of football. From stat-packed guides to eye-opening books on the history of the game, make it your goal to be the most informed fan possible.

FIFA World Cup 2026: The Official Guide by Keir Radnedge | Your ultimate armchair companion | SHOP NOW
The Power and the Glory by Jonathan Wilson
World Cup Fever by Simon Kuper
1966: A Moment in Time by Michael Calvin

Mixing penalty shoot-outs with political shout outs, the Inverting the Pyramid author explores the historical moment behind each tournament.

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From Italia '90 to Qatar '22, the renowned football writer traces an ever-changing journey through nine very different World Cups.

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The author of The Nowhere Men captures the mid-60s wind of change, as England's trophy winning adventure plays out against a turbulent global backdrop.

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How to Win the World Cup by Chris Evans | What does it take to clinch the trophy? | SHOP NOW
The Shortest History of Football by Brian D. Bunk | Football from the Mayans to Messi | SHOP NOW
Classic Football Shirts by Classic Football Shirts, Rory Smith | Iconic strips from the Beautiful Game | SHOP NOW
WORLD CUP BOOKS FOR THE KIDS
Harry Kane by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, Matt Hunt
World of Football by Marcus Rashford
Football by Terry Deary, Martin Brown

With big and bold illustrations, children will love finding out all about the England men's football captain's exciting story.

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From the inspiring face of English football comes the perfect primer on the history, records and greats of the Beautiful Game.

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Awful injuries, silly supporters and more; Horrible Histories executes a two-footed tackle on football's foulest moments.

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Kids' Handbook by Alex Rice | A great guide for young fans | SHOP NOW
Ultimate Football Heroes Colouring Book: World Cup Greatest Moments by Ultimate Football Heroes, Dan Leydon | Bring those iconic moments to life | SHOP NOW
Wonderful World Cup Reading | SHOP NOW
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