Behind the Scenes Soccer (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781541574397)

Soccer captures the attention of fans around the world--but what are the lives of professional soccer players like behind the scenes?

Being a professional soccer player is hard work. Most start playing the sport at a young age. The best players work their way up to Major League Soccer (MLS) or play at the Olympics. Once players go pro, they keep working to stay healthy and in shape. They keep practicing their soccer skills, too. Players hope to one day win the World Cup.

This book takes a look at what it's like to play pro soccer. You'll learn about:

• How players work their way up to professional soccer
• How players get ready for each game
• How players connect with fans

Go inside the sport and see what it's like to be a pro athlete!