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100 Fun Facts About Football: Strange, Surprising and Unbelievable Stories from the World's Game
Paperback
Series: Sports Fact
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Apr 8 2026
Pages: 96
Weight: 0.28
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Football is the world's game-but it's far stranger than most fans realise.
From bizarre rules and forgotten origins to unbelievable matches, controversial moments, and legendary players, this book reveals the weird, surprising, and fascinating side of football that rarely makes the headlines.
Inside, you'll discover:
- The chaotic early versions of football that looked more like riots than sport
- The strange rules that still confuse players and fans today
- The stories behind the World Cup's most dramatic moments
- Legendary players and the unexpected paths to greatness
- The bizarre incidents, controversies, and pure madness that shaped the game
Whether you're a lifelong supporter or a casual fan, this collection of 100 carefully crafted facts will change the way you see football forever.
Fast-paced, entertaining, and packed with insight-this is football like you've never seen it before.
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