Author: Emmett, Catherine, Berger, Joe Sporting stories (Children's/YA)Published on 8 June 2023 by PAN MACMILLAN (Macmillan Children's Books) in the United Kingdom.Paperback | 32 pages249 x 251 x 7 | 184g 'An absolutely fantastic book – just the thing to inspire future Lionesses!' – Beth Mead, LionessShoot for the stars with Sammy Striker! From Oscars Prize-shortlisted Catherine Emmett and bestselling illustrator Joe Berger, Sammy Striker and the Football Cup is an empowering story for young footie fans, about friendship, football, and having the courage to believe in yourself.Sammy Striker is NEVER found without a football at her feet, and one day at the park, she's spotted by Melissa McDream who coaches the Under 8s National Team! Sammy is a dribbler-extraordinaire, headed straight for the top. But, as the Football Cup gets closer, Sammy's shots on goal go a bit . . . wonky.Will Sammy work out that it's what makes her DIFFERENT that will help them win the final?
