Soccer The Amazing U.S. World Cup Team

Soccer: The Amazing U.S. World Cup Team narrates the greatest upset in soccer history. Young readers will thrill to the competitive action as they learn how the United States took the top trophy in the international World Cup championship. Comprised mainly of amateur, part-time athletes, the U.S. team at first seemed powerless against the professionally trained competing teams. But by playing with courage and perseverance through adversity, this underdog team won the hearts of soccer fans around the world. Action photos, a timeline, and a compelling and informative narrative will inspire students. Soccer: The Amazing U.S. World Cup Team is part of Bearport's Upsets & Comebacks series.Sandler, Michael is the author of 'Soccer The Amazing U.S. World Cup Team', published 2006 under ISBN 9781597161695 and ISBN 1597161691.