Unlucky Eleven

The Saints' football kit is cursed, causing injuries, illnesses, and canceled games. Stanley's team-mates believe it's cursed and try to break it, but things take a turn for the worse. Will Stanley's curse-cracking ideas save the team in time for the last game of the season?

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 104 pages
Publication date: 15 May 2019
Publisher: Barrington Stoke Ltd

A delightful football story for young readers filled with laughter, camaraderie, and a touch of superstition …

Incredible injuries, strange illnesses, canceled games … everything is going wrong for the Saints this season, and Stanley's teammates believe they finally know why. Their football kit is cursed! But the team's attempts to break the curse take things from bad to worse. Soon, they're ready to call it quits. Stanley still has some tricks up his sleeve … but will his curse-breaking ideas save the team in time for the last game of the season?

The Saints' season is going horribly wrong. They've suffered countless injuries, bizarre illnesses, and canceled games, leaving the team in disarray. Stanley's teammates are convinced that their football kit is cursed, and they're determined to break the spell.

Their attempts to rid themselves of the curse, however, only seem to make things worse. They try everything from burning the kit to performing strange rituals, but nothing seems to work. The team's morale is at an all-time low, and they're ready to give up.

Stanley, however, is determined to save the team. He knows that they have a chance to turn things around in the final game of the season. With his clever ideas and a bit of luck, Stanley might just be able to break the curse and save the Saints from their disastrous season.

The final game of the season arrives, and the Saints are ready to face their toughest opponents yet. Stanley's teammates are filled with confidence, thanks to his curse-breaking ideas. They know that they have a chance to win, and they're determined to give it their all.

The game starts, and the Saints are off to a great start. They're playing with a renewed sense of purpose and determination, and they're putting their opponents on the back foot. Stanley's tricks and tactics are working, and the team is looking like a force to be reckoned with.

But as the game progresses, the opponents start to catch up. They're playing with a fierce determination, and they're putting the Saints under a lot of pressure. Stanley's teammates are starting to worry, but Stanley remains calm and focused.

In the end, it's down to the final few minutes of the game. The Saints are behind, but they have a chance to tie it up. Stanley takes the ball down the field, and his teammates follow him closely. They're all shouting and cheering, and they're determined to win.

And then, it happens. Stanley scores the winning goal. The stadium erupts in cheers, and the Saints' teammates rush over to congratulate him. They've done it. They've broken the curse, and they've saved the season.

As they celebrate their victory, Stanley's teammates can't help but feel grateful for his leadership and determination. They know that they wouldn't have been able to win without him, and they're proud of what they've accomplished together.

The season may have started off on a sour note, but the Saints have come back stronger than ever. They've learned valuable lessons about perseverance and teamwork, and they're ready to take on whatever challenges come their way

In conclusion, this delightful football story is a testament to the power of perseverance and teamwork. It teaches young readers that even when things seem hopeless, there is always a chance to turn things around and achieve greatness. Stanley's curse-breaking ideas may seem silly, but they prove to be the key to the team's success, and they serve as a reminder that sometimes, the simplest solutions are the most effective. This story is sure to inspire and entertain young readers, and it will leave them with a lasting message about the importance of never giving up and always believing in yourself.

Weight: 146g
Dimension: 128 x 168 x 6 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781781128503