{"product_id":"the-fifa-world-cup-a-history-of-the-planets-biggest-sporting-event-9781538156438","title":"The FIFA World Cup: A History of the Planet's Biggest Sporting Event","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe FIFA World Cup is the world's largest sporting event, and Clemente A. Lisi's The FIFA World Cup: A History of the Planet's Biggest Sporting Event chronicles the tournament from 1930 to 2022, including a preview of the 2022 event in Qatar. The book provides vivid accounts of individual games, details the innovations that impacted the sport, and offers biographical sketches of greats such as Pelé, Diego Maradona, and Lionel Messi. It also includes objective coverage of off-field controversies, making it the only complete and impartial history of the tournament. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 414 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12 December 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rowman \u0026amp; Littlefield\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe FIFA World Cup, a quadrennial event that brings together the finest national soccer teams from across the globe, captivates billions of viewers worldwide with its thrilling live performances and unforgettable moments both on and off the field. From the legendary Diego Maradona's first goal against England in the 1986 World Cup to Nelson Mandela's surprise appearance at the 2010 final in South Africa, these remarkable World Cup moments have etched themselves into the collective memory of soccer enthusiasts around the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn his comprehensive book, \"The FIFA World Cup: A History of the Planet's Biggest Sporting Event,\" veteran soccer reporter Clemente A. Lisi takes readers on a journey through the tournament's rich history, from its inception in 1930 to the present day, including a preview of the upcoming 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Lisi offers vivid accounts of individual games, delves into the innovations that have shaped the sport over the decades, and provides biographical sketches of legendary players such as Pelé, Diego Maradona, and Lionel Messi.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat sets \"The FIFA World Cup\" apart is its balanced and objective coverage of off-field controversies, such as the FIFA corruption case, which have plagued the tournament in recent years. Lisi provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of these issues, offering a fair and impartial account of the tournament's past and present.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeaturing personal interviews and behind-the-scenes stories from the author's extensive experience attending and covering the World Cup, as well as stunning color photography, \"The FIFA World Cup\" is the definitive history of this global event. Whether you're a seasoned soccer fan or a newcomer to the sport, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to fully appreciate the rich tapestry of the FIFA World Cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 800g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 162 x 236 x 35 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781538156438\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clemente A. Lisi","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44102197903610,"sku":"9781538156438","price":19.34,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1671194593019_book.jpg?v=1671359671","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-fifa-world-cup-a-history-of-the-planets-biggest-sporting-event-9781538156438","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}