The FIFA World Cup is the most widely-viewed sporting event on Earth, a truly spectacular global extravaganza with the ability to touch every sector of humanity. It is a global football tournament the finals of which are held in a selected country every four years.
The finals captivate both ardent fans and neutral observers in every corner of the world, with most people having viewed some of the spectacle. Television audiences are counted in billions, as the planet tunes in to watch the tournament, enjoy the spectacle and witness the drama.
When two teams meet in the World Cup whole populations become absorbed by the contest. National stereotypes are recalled, reassessed and reaffirmed by the public and media of each country.
The 32 supporters' stories in this book, provide an insight into this, offering a glimpse of factors beyond football which make appearance at the tournament so prized. Each account illustrates the significance of the tournament for the individual and their fellow countrymen beyond the actual events which take place in the stadium.
World Cup Tales will appeal not just to people from the 32 qualifying nations but also to a much wider general audience who want to understand more about the world’s greatest sporting tournament. Don’t miss out, download your copy from Amazon today!!!