The World Cup is coming to town!

Soccer superfans Ethan, Sasha, and Mateo are thrilled that the biggest sporting event in the world is coming to their backyard. When a contest offering a once-in-a-lifetime chance to attend the World Cup is announced, they are all ready to do whatever it takes to win. To do so, they must complete a scavenger hunt throughout Miami to find a replica pair of the lucky cleats worn by their favorite player, El Botn (or The Boot).

Best friends Ethan, a competitive soccer player, and Sasha, an online footy gamer, are wary of privileged soccer influencer Mateo at first. But they cant seem to stop crossing paths with him, and reluctantly join forces. What starts as a strictly strategic alliance to solve the scavenger hunt clues takes a turn when El Botnsrealcleats go missing. The fate of the whole tournament could be in jeopardyunless the new friends can uncover the truth!

This book is a part of the Scholastic Summer Reading Program.

Sylvia Liu grew up with books and daydreams in Caracas, Venezuela. Once an environmental attorney protecting the oceans, she now spins stories about nature, strong girls, and the intricacies of family and friendship. Her middle grade books includeStealing the Score,Near and Deer,Hana Hsuand the Ghost Crab Nation, andManatees Best Friend. Visit her at enjoyingplanetearth.com.

Author: Sylvia LiuFormat:PaperbackProduct dimensions: 256 pages, 7.55in x 5.25 x 0.57 inPublished: Feb 03, 2026Publisher: Scholastic Inc.Recommended for ages 8-12.