Enzo Gatto's

SCOUTED!

Sports Biographies for Young Readers

The world's greatest football stars — their childhood stories, incredible skills, and biggest moments — told the way they deserve to be told.

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The Series

Each book tells the full story of a football legend — the struggles, the breakthroughs, the records, and the moments that made them who they are.

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Cristiano Ronaldo

From a tiny island to the greatest stage on Earth.

Buy on Amazon Paperback $9.99 · Ebook $4.99 · Hardcover $17.99 Also available on Kindle Unlimited Read Chapter 1 Free

“One of the most detailed and emotionally engaging sports biographies for young readers I have come across.” — Readers' Favorite ★★★★★

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Kevin De Bruyne

The boy who saw passes nobody else could see.

Buy on Amazon Paperback $9.99 · Ebook $4.99 · Hardcover $17.99 Also available on Kindle Unlimited

“Not just another children’s sports read. An inspiring tale of how a quiet kid overcame rejection and made it to the top.” — Readers' Favorite ★★★★★

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Lamine Yamal

The teenager rewriting football history.

Buy on Amazon Paperback $9.99 · Ebook $4.99 · Hardcover $17.99 Also available on Kindle Unlimited

“Simple enough for younger readers but still informative enough for older fans. If your child loves soccer, this is a great pick.” — Amazon customer review ★★★★★

🇫🇷 Kylian Mbappé

Kylian Mbappé

The fastest feet in the game.

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🇳🇴 Erling Haaland

Erling Haaland

The goal machine from a tiny Norwegian town.

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🇦🇷 Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi

The smallest boy with the biggest dream.

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What Reviewers Are Saying

“The excitement is contagious. Whether football is your second language or you have little experience with it, the book explains concepts clearly. I highly recommend it.”

— Bruce Arrington, Readers’ Favorite ☆☆☆☆☆

“Veteran scout Enzo is a great guide — he’s so conversational in how he speaks that it’s easy to follow the journey. Young readers get a version of Ronaldo that is accessible and educational.”

— Asher Syed, Readers’ Favorite ☆☆☆☆☆

“The voices of the scout, the coach, and the stats expert gave the story a fun and lively feel — almost like you were learning from different people at once.”

What's Inside Every Book

The Full Story

From childhood to superstardom — the real stories behind the highlights.

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Stats & Data

Professor Soccerologist breaks down the numbers with charts and analysis kids actually enjoy.

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Skill Breakdowns

Skills Coach Nina Cruz explains what makes each player extraordinary — and how it works.

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100+ Pages

Original illustrations, breakout boxes, fun facts, and stories you won't find on Wikipedia.

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Also from Scouted Books

The Football Stats Book

100 players. 1,000 charts. One page each. Shot maps, radar charts, xG, market values, and season-by-season stats for the world's greatest footballers.

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