Alex Wingfield

Think you know everything about football? Think again!

Dive into the most unbelievable World Cup stories you never knew, in the football-packed World Book Day special, by bestselling and award-winning author Matt Oldfield.

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The greatest World Cup final ever, featuring the GOATs: Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi?
The incredible tale of stormy seas and football-fanatic kings at the first World Cup tournament?
The biggest upset in international football history, featuring five-time winners, Brazil?

Plus, discover the incredible stats and facts behind the greatest World Cup players, the most incredible matches, iconic hosts, super stadiums, amazing managers and more.