What is the World Cup? /

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by Bader, Bonnie,
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Authors: Marchesi, Stephen,--illustrator. Series: What is ...? Physical details: 108 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations, maps ; 21 cm. 01. English Non Fiction Item type : 01. English Non Fiction
Location Call Number Status Date Due
Stratford Elementary 796.334 BAD Checked out 05/07/2024

"WhoHQ"--Page 4 of cover.

Includes bibliographical references (page 108).

What is the World Cup? -- The games kick off -- Italian winning streak-1934 and 1938 -- The World Cup returns -- Pelé -- First-timers and repeaters -- Red-card mania -- The World Cup comes to the United States -- Two hosts and a head butt -- Protests -- Controversy -- Timelines -- Bibliography.

Describes the history of the soccer World Cup, covering clothing and equipment, host stadiums, the rules, qualifying to participate, and the most successful teams.

Age 8-12.