Messi's Magic
How Lionel Messi Became the G.O.A.T.
Published on 4. June 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
48 pages
978-1-4449-8527-6 (ISBN)
Description
Discover how Lionel Messi defied the odds and became the G.O.A.T. in this inspiring story teeming with excitement, emotion and Messi facts galore!
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 football, 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.
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 football, 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.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Hachette Children's Group
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 5 years
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 279 mm
Thickness: 6 mm
Weight
226 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4449-8527-6 (9781444985276)
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E-Book
06/2026
Hodder Children's Books
€5.49
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Persons
Caroline Perry (Author)
Caroline Perry is an Anglo-Maltese children's author and poet. As a child she sought refuge in books: libraries were both her sanctuary and her happy place. To this day, she spends much of her spare time in her local library, often with her three mini-bibliophiles in tow!
An avid traveller, Caroline has lived on three continents and visited more than 65 countries, always on the lookout for 'hidden histories', wildlife sanctuaries and off-the-map museums. She also loves photography, football and live comedy, and she's an enthusiastic (but decidedly amateur) baker with a fondness for good cakes, bad jokes, and a spot of afternoon tea.
Caroline Perry is an Anglo-Maltese children's author and poet. As a child she sought refuge in books: libraries were both her sanctuary and her happy place. To this day, she spends much of her spare time in her local library, often with her three mini-bibliophiles in tow!
An avid traveller, Caroline has lived on three continents and visited more than 65 countries, always on the lookout for 'hidden histories', wildlife sanctuaries and off-the-map museums. She also loves photography, football and live comedy, and she's an enthusiastic (but decidedly amateur) baker with a fondness for good cakes, bad jokes, and a spot of afternoon tea.