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Book Synopsis“A brilliant read – the ultimate guide to England’s history-making Lionesses.”
Ian Wright
Celebrate the 2023 Women's World Cup and the unstoppable rise of England's legendary Lionesses! Discover the incredible moments and players that have changed the women's game, including:
- Lily Parr, a trailblazer who scored over 1,000 goals
- Hope Powell, the game-changing coach who transformed the Lionesses
- Rachel Yankey and Kelly Smith, Arsenal’s record-breaking winners
- Beth Mead, who overcame the odds to win the Euros
- Leah Williamson, the captain who won at Wembley
Packed with football facts, tournament stats and player profiles, this brilliant book is essential reading for all young football fans.
Trade ReviewA brilliant read – the ultimate guide to England's history-making Lionesses * Ian Wright *
With impressive tournament stats, fact and player profiles, this will get readers hyped for the Women’s World Cup. * First News *
The Rise of the Lionesses is an excellent, energetic introduction to the history of English women's football. […] This book is an inspirational and informative must-read for football enthusiasts of all ages, especially young girls with athletic aspirations (and their parents and coaches, of course). Flo Lloyd-Hughes does a fantastic job of shining the spotlight on the rise of women's football and the the Lionesses' path to their well-deserved Euro 2022 victory. * NetGalley Reviewer *
Serves as an excellent reminder to girls that they can play football if they want to and that indeed they can do anything they want to. * NetGalley Reviewer *
