The World Cup

Gigi Romano

• 23 april 2026
• 9798901944875

Samenvatting:

The World Cup is more than a tournament. It is football's greatest stage, the meeting point of memory, nationhood, pressure, and myth. In The World Cup: A Complete History of Football's Greatest Tournament, the drama of every World Cup from 1930 to 2022 is brought together in one sweeping narrative history. Relive the first dream in Uruguay, the Maracanazo, Pelé's rise, England's glory in 1966, Total Football, Maradona's genius, Ronaldo's redemption, Zidane's final act, Spain's control, Germany's power, and Messi's masterpiece in Qatar. Blending vivid storytelling with historical depth, this book follows the World Cup across changing eras of politics, tactics, media, and culture, showing how the competition grew from a bold experiment into the biggest show in global sport. Passionate, accessible, and rich with football history, this is the story of the tournament that made the world watch. All trademarks, service marks, trade names, and logos referenced in this book are the property of their respective owners. Their use is for identification and informational purposes only and does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation with this book or its author.