Book Overview
While growing up on the tough streets of Los Angeles, Santiago's greatest joy is playing soccer. So it is a dream come true when a British scout sees him playing in the park and offers him a trial with one of England's top Premiership clubs. Determined to succeed, Santiago leaves behind his struggling family and his modest home, and flies halfway around the world to give it his best shot. But it's not smooth sailing when Santiago arrives in northern England. Team practices are intense, and in this place where people live and breathe the sport, many seem eager to find fault with the new Latino player from L.A. The pressure even spurs Santiago to keep a secret that could sabotage his performance. There is no doubt that Santiago has skill, flair, and dedication. But does he have the stamina he will need for the English game? Based on the action-packed movie, Goal! is a gripping tale of trial and tribulation set against the backdrop of the world's most popular and exciting sport.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0152057986
ISBN13:9780152057985
Release Date:April 2006
Publisher:Clarion Books
Length:240 Pages
Weight:0.55 lbs.
Dimensions:0.6" x 5.0" x 8.5"
Age Range:12 years and up
Grade Range:Grade 7 and higher
Customer Reviews
4 ratings
Loved it
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
I enjoyed the book...I only wish it was longer and went into more detail/depth. Still an enjoyable read. I haven't found many fictional soccer stories out there (that adults can enjoy) and Goal 3 wets my appetite but it leaves me a little hungry at the end.
An interesting read
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
The author took his time in coming up with a great plot to capture his reader's attention. The story builds up well and keeps the reader waiting for the results of many of its hanging subplots. The story takes place in the future. Santiago Munez' life is fast forwarded in time, so the reader get's a glimpse of his life beyond what we know of Santiago from the last movie of this supposed trilogy, GOAL I, II, and III. But in the end, this book culminates into one great read. If I were to say anymore I'd give away the storyline.
Great book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
My 12 year old son loves this book. He keeps it on his night stand and reads the ending match every night. It is a great book about how working hard always pays off
Great book for the BOYS!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
Finding fiction that will engage those tough to reach teen boys has always been a challenge for us in school libraries. If the book has sports, a great cover, and multicultural themes, it will be a winner. This one is definitely a SCORE for my wonderful, but reluctant readers. In fact, one of them recommended it to me, and he was right on goal!
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