Journey through legendary moments in soccer history with this unique clash of comic art and iconic players, from Maradona to Messi and beyond.

Watching the best players on the field—with laser passes that slice the defense in two or the ability to stop an attack dead in its tracks with one pinpoint tackle—you can only wonder if they aren't blessed with superpowers…

League of Soccer Legends reimagines 80 of the greatest ever soccer stars as superhuman heroes, each with exceptional abilities that elevate them beyond mortal status. Packed with stunning illustrations inspired by classic comics, and featuring cult players both past and present, this is a riveting dose of soccer nostalgia that walks fans through the biggest games, the best goals and the brightest stars.

A sumptuously illustrated, comic-inspired homage to the greatest soccer superheroes:
  • Celebrate soccer icons across generations, from the legendary Pelé to contemporary icons including Messi and new-generation superstar Lamine Yamal
  • Features 80 soccer players with their own superhero profiles alongside stunning, full-page comic book-inspired imagery of players – approved on social media by the likes of Ronaldo and Franck Ribéry
  • A high-quality coffee table book with a luxury finish and a bonus poster, making this a must-have gift for soccer fans, comic art enthusiasts or as a one-of-a-kind gift for dad

Just in time for the 2026 Men’s World Cup, illustrator and graphic designer Mahamadou Traoré offers us an immersive, image-rich dive into the league of soccer legends. From young prodigies to cunning strategists, intrepid attackers, "bad boys," or goalkeepers with "iron gloves," rediscover more than 80 soccer legends, imagined in their superhero guises.
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Journey through legendary moments in soccer history with this unique clash of comic art and iconic players, from Maradona to Messi and beyond.

Watching the best players on the field—with laser passes that slice the defense in two or the ability to stop an attack dead in its tracks with one pinpoint tackle—you can only wonder if they aren't blessed with superpowers…

League of Soccer Legends reimagines 80 of the greatest ever soccer stars as superhuman heroes, each with exceptional abilities that elevate them beyond mortal status. Packed with stunning illustrations inspired by classic comics, and featuring cult players both past and present, this is a riveting dose of soccer nostalgia that walks fans through the biggest games, the best goals and the brightest stars.

A sumptuously illustrated, comic-inspired homage to the greatest soccer superheroes:
  • Celebrate soccer icons across generations, from the legendary Pelé to contemporary icons including Messi and new-generation superstar Lamine Yamal
  • Features 80 soccer players with their own superhero profiles alongside stunning, full-page comic book-inspired imagery of players – approved on social media by the likes of Ronaldo and Franck Ribéry
  • A high-quality coffee table book with a luxury finish and a bonus poster, making this a must-have gift for soccer fans, comic art enthusiasts or as a one-of-a-kind gift for dad

Just in time for the 2026 Men’s World Cup, illustrator and graphic designer Mahamadou Traoré offers us an immersive, image-rich dive into the league of soccer legends. From young prodigies to cunning strategists, intrepid attackers, "bad boys," or goalkeepers with "iron gloves," rediscover more than 80 soccer legends, imagined in their superhero guises.

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We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by DK

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