Incredible World Cup Stories

From the inaugural tournament in Uruguay in 1930 to the upcoming spectacle in North America in 2026, Incredible World Cup Stories celebrates nearly a century of unforgettable World Cup moments.

In this new and updated edition, esteemed sportswriter Luciano Wernicke takes readers on a riveting journey through football’s greatest stage, uncovering some of the most dramatic, bizarre, and inspiring stories in World Cup history. Meet the player who suffered a heart attack mid-match, the defender tragically murdered after scoring an own goal, and the striker who defied Nazi propaganda at the cost of his life. Discover the players who stayed on the pitch with broken bones, the iconic crashes, the magnetic personalities, and the astonishing records that have defined the beautiful game.

At once fascinating, funny, and deeply human, this is a must-read for any fan of the world’s most beloved sport.