Jake loves football and dreams of becoming a professional footballer. He's worried about his height though - what if he's too small for football? But on the day of his trial Jake is quick on the ball and scores - he's made it! Jake can't wait to pull on his shirt and join the team. But someone at the club wants to make his life difficult. Can Jake face up to the bullies and become man of the match again?

Stay on the ball this season with the first four stories following the boys in United's under-twelves.

Reviewer: Clare Parker

'This book is great for kids who like football to read. I''ve had trials for Hull City so I can imagine some of the things happening. It makes me think about my career and the sorts of things that might happen to me. Before I read these books I didn''t really enjoy reading, all I liked to do was play football. Now I still love my football but I''m enjoying reading too.'