The Big Book of the World Cup

Bursting with action-packed pictures, fascinating facts, stats, trivia and vital World Cup information, The Big Book of the World Cup is the perfect companion to the greatest sporting show on earth. The book features an in-depth guide to each of the 32 competing nations, profiles of the star players who will be there plus a tour of Brazil looking at the colourful setting and the wonderful stadiums which will provide the backdrop for the 2014 tournament. There's a detailed analysis of England's chances under Roy Hodgson, a look at the strong challenge the South American countries are likely to pose in this first World Cup on their continent since 1978 and a humorous look at the weird and wonderful fans who will flock to see the competition. Plus, the book includes a brilliant interactive fixtures guide and scorechart to be filled in as the tournament progresses, as well as a complete TV viewing guide.