Discover the important science concepts behind every part of a soccer game. Sidebars and detailed graphic organizers are used to make connections between the worlds of science, technology, engineering, and math as they relate to soccer.

Includes index.

Exciting science! -- Physics in action -- Soccer ball shapes -- It's all about the ball -- Kicking it! -- Corner kicks -- Bending it like Beckham -- Use your head! -- Safety first! -- Training for the game -- From legs to lights -- The Wembley Arch -- The very loud vuvuzuela -- Scoring with science.