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Messi's Magic

How Lionel Messi Became the G.O.A.T.

Caroline Perry author Luciano Lozano illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Hachette Children's Group

Publishing:4th Jun '26

£8.99

This title is due to be published on 4th June, and will be despatched as soon as possible.

Messi's Magic cover

How did a small, shy, football-obsessed child with a serious medical condition become a goal-scoring, record-breaking, once-in-a-generation sensation?

For everyone who loves soccer, dreams big, and is inspired by heroes who triumph against the odds, Messi's Magic delivers a thrilling, deeply emotional story.

Filled with action-packed pictures and never-before-seen detail, this book spotlights Lionel 'Leo' Messi's early years and shows how, even when facing loss, loneliness, and setbacks, he never gave up on his goal. Leo's resilience and big-heartedness on the journey to become the G.O.A.T. are as inspiring as his dazzling style of play. This humble hero has ignited passion in millions and sparked the movement: Messi Mania!

Enriched with statistics, career highlights, a timeline, and fun facts, Messi's Magic is a gift to football fans of all ages.

An independent and unofficial biography not endorsed by Lionel Messi.

ISBN: 9781444985276

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

48 pages