Classic Football Heroes: Mcgrath (super Stopper) (collect Them All!)

By (author) Stead Emily
Description:

FROM THE NO.1 FOOTBALL SERIES - OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD!

Introducing the SUPER STOPPERS collection. Perfect for reluctant readers and all fans of the beautiful game.

Name: Paul McGrath
Nationality: English / Irish
Hero Rating: TBC

Growing up in the foster care system, Paul McGrath found an outlet in sports and began his footballing career in his early twenties, playing for St Patrick''s Athletic in the League of Ireland Cup. In 1982, McGrath moved to Manchester United and then Aston Villa, earning himself legendary status. It was on the global stage of the 1990 World Cup, playing for Ireland, that McGrath''s masterful defending and skilful performance truly impressed the world, securing him a permanent place in the hearts of Irish football fans.

Ultimate Football Heroes is a series of biographies telling the life-stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world and their incredible journeys from childhood fan to super-star professional player. Written in fast-paced, action-packed style these books are perfect for all the family to collect and share.

Collect them all! Also available in the SUPER STOPPERS range: Van Dijk, Earps, Alisson, Alexander-Arnold, Pickford, Williamson, Ramos, Robertson, Neuer and Maguire.

Biographical note:
Emily Stead has loved writing for children ever since she was a child herself! Working as a children''s writer and editor, she has created books about some of football''s biggest stars, teams and tournaments for many a season. She remains a passionate supporter of women''s football and Leeds United.
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Meet Paul McGrath - ultimate football hero!
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Ultimate Football Heroes is the biggest football series on the market, with more than 3m copies sold across the range.
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McGrath is considered to be one of the great defenders of the 1980s and 1990s, playing as centre back and defensive midfielder for Ireland and clubs including Manchester Untied and Aston Villa.