Football Files: Defender

Which defender captained England to World Cup victory in 1966? How fast is Roberto Carlos’s shot? Why does pasta help players to perform better? Find out what it means to play as a defender in this fast-paced book! Discover the special skills that defenders need to excel at, follow some of the world’s leading greats through their career highlights, and grab some essential skills to take onto the pitch! Containing vivid profiles of famous figures including John Terry, Bobby Moore, Paolo Maldini and Rio Ferdinand, this is the perfect book to inspire soccer-mad youngsters to get reading – and playing!