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Death Match

Death Match

Published in
2011
3.50
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Description

During the Nazi occupation of Ukraine, a match was set up between Dynamo Kiev's players and a German side. Kiev won. Again, and again. Until the half-starved players faced an international-calibre German side, under the threat of execution if they didn't let the occupiers win.
Age
12-18
Text complexity
developing
Length
64 pages
Book in series
#4

Why to read

  • Inspires teamwork and cooperation
  • Highlights the importance of sportsmanship
  • Engages soccer enthusiasts
  • Portrays realistic characters and relationships