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Matt Oldfield, Author
Series: Football Spy
Imprint: Hodder Children's Books
Publication date: April 9, 2026
Category: Sporting stories
ISBN: 9781444981605
Ethan Fox is living a double life. He isn’t just a talented academy player – he’s also a spy! A thrilling adventure set in the world of elite football by the multimillion bestseller and author of 2026 World Book Day title Unbelievable Football, The Football GOAT: Messi v. Ronaldo and Ultimate Football Heroes: Yamal.
“Do you have what it takes when the time comes, agent? If you miss, there are no second chances.”
When Ethan Fox gets scouted by an elite football academy, it’s his last hope to make it as a pro. But all is not what it seems.
Recruited by the mysterious Department Eleven, he’s drawn deeper into the deadly world of spying – uncovering a scandal that could rock the sport he loves.
And the truth might cost Ethan more than just his football career . . . This game is life or death.
An action-packed fiction series perfect for boys and girls who love football aged 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and fans of books about kid spies! Featuring illustrations including game tactics, spy gadgets and big moments on the pitch!
***Unbelievable Football is a 2026 WORLD BOOK DAY title!***
***Matt Oldfield has sold over 3 million books!***
Matt Oldfield writes the Ultimate Football Heroes and Classic Football Heroes series with his brother Tom. Matt also works with schools and organisations such as The National Literacy Trust and The National Football Museum to deliver football-based literacy workshops. To date, the Ultimate Football Heroes series has sold over 300,000 copies in the UK alone.
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