Titles in This Set: The Most Incredible True Football Stories (You Never Knew) How Football Can Change the World The Most Incredible True Football Stories - The England Edition The Most Amazing World Cup Stories You Never Knew: World Book Day 2026 Condition: Brand New Format: Paperback ISBN: 9780678471142 Publisher: Wren & Rook Age Range: 8+ Overview: Score a hat-trick of brilliant reading with this Matt Oldfield football stories collection. Bursting with jaw-dropping facts, unbelievable moments and heart-warming tales from the beautiful game, these four paperbacks turn football trivia into unforgettable stories. Perfect for young football fans aged 8 and up, the set mixes humour, history and inspiration, making every match report feel like an adventure. Ideal as a stand-alone treat or a thoughtful gift, this collection keeps reluctant readers turning pages while feeding true football obsessives with facts they'll want to share with everyone at school or on the sidelines. About the Books: The Most Incredible True Football Stories (You Never Knew) opens the set with a collection of bizarre, jaw-dropping and downright funny football facts, from psychic animals predicting results to players who became legends by accident. It's a brilliant introduction to football's stranger side, written with pace and humour that keeps young readers hooked. How Football Can Change the World shifts the tone, spotlighting real stories of communities, players and fans who used the sport to break down barriers, build peace and inspire change, showing that football is about far more than goals and trophies. The Most Incredible True Football Stories - The England Edition brings the focus home, digging into iconic Three Lions moments, surprising records and quirky anecdotes that celebrate the highs (and occasional lows) of the England men's and women's national teams. Rounding off the set, The Most Amazing World Cup Stories You Never Knew shines a light on the tournament's most dramatic finals, biggest shocks and most unforgettable heroes, capturing the drama of the world's biggest football stage. Across all four books, Matt Oldfield's engaging, fast-paced style blends fact with storytelling, making each title easy to dip in and out of. Short chapters, bold facts and punchy storytelling make this collection especially appealing to reluctant readers, while football-mad kids will love having a ready supply of facts to impress friends and family. Together the books offer a rounded picture of football's history, culture and power to unite people, giving young readers plenty to talk about long after they've finished reading. Key Benefits: Four engaging non-fiction football books in one great-value collection, ideal for birthdays or Christmas. Short, punchy chapters and bold facts make these books brilliant for reluctant or struggling readers. Covers global football history, England's story and unforgettable World Cup drama in one set. Inspires empathy, curiosity and social awareness through real stories of football changing lives. Perfect for fans of quiz books, sports trivia and quick-read non-fiction. A great addition to any football-loving child's bookshelf or reading corner at home or school. About the Author: Matt Oldfield is a bestselling children's football author, best known for the phenomenally popular Ultimate Football Heroes biography series, which he writes alongside his brother Tom Oldfield. Passionate about football and storytelling, Matt has built a reputation for turning real football history into accessible, exciting reads for young fans. His non-fiction titles for Wren & Rook combine painstaking research with a lively, funny narrative voice, making complex football history approachable for readers aged 8 and up, whether they're die-hard supporters or just getting into the game. Why You'll Love This Collection: Packed with astonishing facts, feel-good stories and footballing drama, this four-book set is the ultimate gift for young football fans who love true stories as much as the beautiful game itself. Please Note: Please note the ISBN and cover shown are for the UK edition. Actual cover design may vary slightly depending on print run.