Football Spy: Red Card : Book 1 in the action-packed new series by the bestselling author of Unbelievable Football

Author: Oldfield, Matt

For National Curriculum Key Stage 2

Published on 9 April 2026 by Hachette Children's Group (Hodder Children's Books) in the United Kingdom as part of 'the Football Spy' series.

Paperback | 320 pages
196 x 129 x 27 | 278g

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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. '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!***Unbelievable Football is a 2026 WORLD BOOK DAY title!******Matt Oldfied has sold over 3 million books!***