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Book Review: You Are a Champion by Marcus Rashford and Carl Anka

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Marcus Rashford is arguably England’s best-loved footballer; not only for his amazing talent on the pitch, but also for his tireless activism fighting for the rights of children in the UK to receive free school meals over lockdown – which led to a government policy U-turn.


In this gentle and encouraging book, co-written by journalist Carl Anka, Marcus assures young fans that anything is possible with hard work, good friends, and a positive attitude.


He talks candidly about growing up in awe of his football-mad brother in Manchester, struggling at school and the life lessons he learned from his Nanna; as well as what he learned on his incredible journey from playing after-school football to becoming one of the star players on the England team and a role model for millions of children everywhere.


With a straightforward and likeable tone and stylish black illustrations, this is the ultimate guide to making your own destiny on your terms.


Each page is filled with positive affirmations, encouragement, and reminders to always view ‘failures’ as temporary setbacks, to learn from mistakes, and to never listen to anyone who says you can’t do something because of where you’re from.


Each chapter ends with some ‘Action Points’ – activities to help the reader think about what their skills are, what they want to achieve, and what they can do to get there, as well as tips for dealing with self-confidence issues and anxiety.


An invaluable read for older readers as well as young football fans, this is a wry, moving, and memorable book for finding your way in the world.


In this book, the Manchester United player takes us through his childhood, during his days at the United academy and now he's a professional footballer both in England and Manchester United.


According to him, he always loved to play football. It has always been his dream and passion.


But he didn't know he would make his debut at 18 and score a goal for both the England national team and Manchester United, and that would blow him up.


He idolized footballers like Wayne Rooney and C. Ronaldo and wished to be like them, but didn't know he would turn out to be this big.


In this book targeted at children to make them realize they can be champions, he says he wasn't always this great a footballer, but constant days and nights of practice made him a better player.


This is a book of hope and encouragement, because he narrates his story on how he made it from an ordinary boy to a world star.


According to the book, your potentials are limitless, and you can be anything you want to be if you work hard towards it.


He also says to dream, because there's nothing you cannot achieve in your imagination.


If you dare to dream, and put in the work, then you will surely succeed.


You don't have to compete with anyone but yourself. It's always you versus you.


Everyone's journey is different, and when you start wishing to be someone else, then you can't be the YOU you ought to be.


But when you strive to be you, then you can be the best version of yourself. There is no one best way to success.


What works for someone else might not work for you. You just have to find out what works for you, and stick by it.


Lastly, you are a champion, don't let anyone tell you otherwise. Just try and get better at what you do, through constant practice, and you will succeed.


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You Are a Champion by Marcus Rashford and Carl Anka
You Are a Champion by Marcus Rashford and Carl Anka

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