The World Cup: A Very Peculiar History - Hardback

The World Cup: A Very Peculiar History tells the fascinating, funny, and sometimes outrageous story of the world's most popular sporting event.

From the tournament's founding and political controversies to heroic players, bizarre matches, and unforgettable goals, this book explores how football became a truly global obsession.

With lively writing, cartoon-style artwork, and curious statistics on everything from “The Hand of God” to the dirtiest matches ever played, it's a perfect mix of history and humour for football fans young and old.