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ISBN13: 9798184516196
Publisher: Independently Published
Pages: 224
Weight: 0.67
Height: 0.47 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Publisher: Independently Published
Pages: 224
Weight: 0.67
Height: 0.47 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
FIFA World Cup - The Complete History: 1930-2026
Compiled by Sunit Dhar Step into the fascinating journey of the world's greatest sporting spectacle - the FIFA World Cup. From the inaugural tournament in Uruguay in 1930 to the grand 2026 FIFA World Cup hosted across North America, this comprehensive volume celebrates nearly a century of football history, passion, unforgettable moments, and legendary achievements. This book takes readers through every edition of the FIFA World Cup, presenting a rich and engaging account of the tournaments that shaped global football culture and united billions of fans across continents. Inside this complete reference guide, readers will discover: * Detailed coverage of every FIFA World Cup edition from 1930-2026
Compiled by Sunit Dhar Step into the fascinating journey of the world's greatest sporting spectacle - the FIFA World Cup. From the inaugural tournament in Uruguay in 1930 to the grand 2026 FIFA World Cup hosted across North America, this comprehensive volume celebrates nearly a century of football history, passion, unforgettable moments, and legendary achievements. This book takes readers through every edition of the FIFA World Cup, presenting a rich and engaging account of the tournaments that shaped global football culture and united billions of fans across continents. Inside this complete reference guide, readers will discover: * Detailed coverage of every FIFA World Cup edition from 1930-2026
* Host nation information and tournament highlights
* Participating teams and tournament formats through different eras
* Match statistics and total goals scored
* Group stages and knockout journey details
* Quarter-finals, semi-finals, third-place matches, and final results
* World Cup winners and runners-up through history
* Golden Boot winners and leading scorers
* Memorable records, milestones, and historic performances
* Legendary footballers and iconic moments that changed the game forever
* Evolution of the FIFA World Cup across generations
* Special section on the fascinating history of the FIFA World Cup trophies - from the Jules Rimet Trophy to the modern FIFA World Cup Trophy, including their design, creators, materials, stories, and myths Beyond statistics and results, this book tells the story of football itself - a story of dreams, heartbreaks, triumphs, heroes, rivalries, and the magical moments that made the FIFA World Cup the most celebrated sporting event on Earth. Featuring specially prepared illustrations and visual elements, this compilation blends historical narrative with informative presentation to create an enjoyable experience for football enthusiasts of every generation. Whether you are: * A lifelong football fan
* A student of sports history
* A statistician or football researcher
* A collector of World Cup memorabilia
* Or someone simply seeking to relive football's greatest moments this book serves as an ideal companion and enduring reference. From Pelé's brilliance and Maradona's magic to Zidane's elegance, Ronaldo's power, Messi's genius, and the emergence of a new generation of stars - relive the legends and discover the stories behind the beautiful game. One Game. One World. Countless Memories. Celebrate the complete story of the FIFA World Cup - where history, passion, and football come together.
* Participating teams and tournament formats through different eras
* Match statistics and total goals scored
* Group stages and knockout journey details
* Quarter-finals, semi-finals, third-place matches, and final results
* World Cup winners and runners-up through history
* Golden Boot winners and leading scorers
* Memorable records, milestones, and historic performances
* Legendary footballers and iconic moments that changed the game forever
* Evolution of the FIFA World Cup across generations
* Special section on the fascinating history of the FIFA World Cup trophies - from the Jules Rimet Trophy to the modern FIFA World Cup Trophy, including their design, creators, materials, stories, and myths Beyond statistics and results, this book tells the story of football itself - a story of dreams, heartbreaks, triumphs, heroes, rivalries, and the magical moments that made the FIFA World Cup the most celebrated sporting event on Earth. Featuring specially prepared illustrations and visual elements, this compilation blends historical narrative with informative presentation to create an enjoyable experience for football enthusiasts of every generation. Whether you are: * A lifelong football fan
* A student of sports history
* A statistician or football researcher
* A collector of World Cup memorabilia
* Or someone simply seeking to relive football's greatest moments this book serves as an ideal companion and enduring reference. From Pelé's brilliance and Maradona's magic to Zidane's elegance, Ronaldo's power, Messi's genius, and the emergence of a new generation of stars - relive the legends and discover the stories behind the beautiful game. One Game. One World. Countless Memories. Celebrate the complete story of the FIFA World Cup - where history, passion, and football come together.
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