The star of the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team examines her life and career. In 2015, the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team Won its first FIFA championship in sixteen years, culminating in an epic final game that electrified soccer fans around the world. It featured a gutsy performance by midfielder Carli Lloyd, who made history that day, scoring a hat trick -- three goals in one game -- during the first sixteen minutes. But there was a time when...

" Soccer. Football. The beautiful game. The world's most popular sport goes by many names, but for decades, fans have agreed on one thing: the greatest player of all time was Pele;. Now the legendary star, ambassador, and humanitarian shares a global vision for what soccer can accomplish. Now he shares his story, his experience, and his insights on the game for the very first time. Before Messi, before Ronaldo, before Beckham, there was Edson Arantes...

"Follow the action of the beautiful game of soccer, bearing witness to the world's most popular sporting event, the World Cup"--Back cover.

"A monumental exploration of soccer and society in our time-by its preeminent historian. In the twenty-first century, soccer commands the allegiance, interest, and engagement of more people in more places than any other phenomenon in the world. [The author] ... charts the sport's global cultural ascent, economic transformation, and deep politicization. With breathtaking scope and unparalleled knowledge of the game, [this book] explores soccer's vital...

Published to coincide with the 2010 World Cup, a fan's chronicle profiles every World Cup competition since 1930 while listing highlights of best and worst players, top teams, most noteworthy rivalries, and cultural aspects of the game.

"Game-changing moments have happened throughout soccer's history. From the star players who score match-winning goals to incredible comebacks and fan celebrations, readers will experience the excitement of unforgettable moments on the pitch"-- Provided by publisher.