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1) Pelé
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Think you know all there is to know about Pelé? Well, did you know that Pelé played in his first World Cup tournament at the age of seventeen? Did you know that in 1967, both sides in Nigeria's civil war called a 48-hour cease-fire so Pelé could play an exhibition match in the capital of Lagos? Did you know that Pelé has scored more than 1,200 goals in his professional career? Born into poverty in Três Corações, Brazil, Edson Arantes do Nascimento...
2) Ronaldinho
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Provides a brief profile of the life and achievements of Ronaldinho discussing his childhood the death of his father 2002 World Cup appearance career highlights and family. Includes a chronology a glossary and a list of resources.
3) Neymar
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Neymar plays for the French soccer club Paris Saint-Germain and the Brazil national team. Readers will discover how this soccer superstar stays in shape and what he does for fun off the field.
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The story of a poor boy from Brazil who became the greatest soccer player of all time and one of the most important athletes of the twentieth century!
His parents may have named him Edson Arantes do Nascimento, but to the rest of the world, he was known as Pelé. The soccer forward stunned Brazil when he began playing for the Santos soccer club at age fifteen. He then went on to captivate the world when he joined his country's national...
His parents may have named him Edson Arantes do Nascimento, but to the rest of the world, he was known as Pelé. The soccer forward stunned Brazil when he began playing for the Santos soccer club at age fifteen. He then went on to captivate the world when he joined his country's national...
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"Brazilian soccer star Robinho was born into a family with little money and not many options for a good life. In this sports biography, explore how with the help of soccer legend Pelé, Robinho has been able to not only become wealthy but become one of the best soccer players in the world"--Provided by publisher.
10) Neymar
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"This title focuses on Neymar and gives information related to his early life, his time in the pros, and the legacy he leaves behind."--
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Neymar is one of the most popular Brazilian soccer stars ever and one of the youngest players to achieve international acclaim. Beloved by his fans and feared by his opponents, Neymar is famous for his skills, and his antics, on and off the field. After playing for his hometown team and Brazil's national team, he moved on to top European teams. This biography delves into Neymar's background and how it gave rise to his soccer career. Photographs, sidebars,...
12) Neymar
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"Soccer is one of the world's most-followed sports, and with athletes like Neymar da Silva Santos Junior on the field, it's easy to see why. This talented young player is one of the sport's most promising stars, and he's only 25 years old! In this high-interest biography, readers will learn all about the Brazilian soccer star commonly known as Neymar. Readers will be intrigued by his early successes and awards, and cheer on his rise to fame, all while...
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"Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior is an international soccer star. But he wasn't always the best. He was once a child--just like you--who dreamed of playing professional soccer. Growing up in Brazil, Neymar practiced day and night, learning from his fatherand his coaches. Becoming a living legend takes hard work, a never-quit attitude, and some luck, too. Come along on Neymar's journey to see how a soccer star was born"--Jacket.
18) Neymar
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[2013]
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The book is about the life and career of the Brazilian soccer star known professionally by his first name who has thus far rejected all offers to play for a European team.
19) Ronaldinho
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2008.
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First edition.
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A simple biography of the Brazilian soccer player, Ronaldinho.
20) Marta
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[2019]
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Presents the life and career of the female professional soccer player.
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