How a Soccer King Is Made

In 2003, the world of football was at a pivotal moment, a year when the stars aligned and the game was full of change.

That year, Beckham left Real Madrid.

That year, Ronaldinho joined Barcelona, and Kaka went to Milan.

That year, an 18-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo arrived at Manchester United.

That year, Zinedine Zidane beat Ronaldo and Henry to become FIFA World Player of the Year.

That year, a young Chinese player quietly made his debut in the Premier League!

This novel and its characters are entirely fictional. Any resemblance to actual people or events is purely coincidental. Do not imitate.