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  • How to Be a Soccer Star and Other Jobs on and Off the Field (How to Be A... #5)

How to Be a Soccer Star and Other Jobs on and Off the Field
(How to Be A... #5)

Author
Illustrator
Sol Linero
Publication Date
May 05, 2026
Genre / Grade Band
Non-fiction /  2nd − 3rd
Language
English
How to Be a Soccer Star and Other Jobs on and Off the Field (How to Be A... #5)

Description

A riveting, in-depth guide to all the jobs that make up the soccer industry--from star players to team chefs--written by accomplished former Arsenal and England women's team player, Rachel Yawkey.

Do you have what it takes to become a professional soccer player, sports broadcaster, or oversee operations at a world-class stadium? Find out what it's like to work in the exciting, high-profile world of professional soccer whether on the field or behind-the-scenes.. Discover the ways in which each person and job is integral to the soccer industry--whether they are taking the field as a player or coach, running games as a referee, scouting talent from all over the world, or keeping players well-fed and healthy as a team chef. With fascinating insight from retired star player, Rachel Yawkey, this is the perfect book for anyone who loves soccer or sports at any level!

Publication date
May 05, 2026
Genre
Non-fiction
Page Count
32
ISBN-13
9798887772172
Publisher
Nosy Crow
Series
How to Be A...
BISAC categories
JNF011000 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Careers
JNF054130 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Sports & Recreation | Soccer

Kirkus Reviews

A thorough going-over of the sport, ideal for soccer newbies interested in jumping in.

Rachel Yankey
Rachel Yankey (Author)
Rachel Yankey is a former professional soccer player. After starting her career at the age of 16, she became the first female professional soccer player in England. She was on the England national team and played in several World Cups, and the London 2012 Olympics. She is involved in various campaigns around supporting young women's soccer players.

Sol Linero (Illustrator)
Sol is a children's book illustrator and graphic designer from Buenos Aires. Her illustrations are filled with details and beautiful colors focused on children's products like books, puzzles, board books and memory games. Sol has worked for Airbnb, Pottery Barn Kids, Unicef, and international magazines such as Oprah, Jamie Oliver, Wired, and The Washington Post.
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