Joe and Bella Stories: Football Match

Joe's Love for Football

• Joe enjoys playing football with friends at school, in the park with his dad, and sometimes in the garden with Bella.
• Joe wishes to be on the school football team but feels he is too small.

The Big Opportunity

• One day, football coach Mr. Burton offers Joe a chance to play for the school team that weekend.
• Joe is ecstatic but faces a problem: his parents are away, and he will stay with Gran.

Gran's Support

• Gran, who often takes care of Joe and Bella, had plans for a walk but agrees to take Joe to the football match instead.
• Bella and Selby the dog will accompany them, which makes Joe nervous due to Bella's unpredictable behavior.

The Match Day

• Joe feels nervous and even shares his breakfast with Selby.
• At the park, many kids and parents are present, creating a lively atmosphere.

Challenges During the Match

• Joe is initially knocked down by a bigger boy from the opposing team, who bullies him throughout the game.
• The referee fails to notice the bullying, adding to Joe's frustration.
• Selby and Bella react; Selby barks, causing trouble for Gran.

Bella's Intervention

• Bella runs onto the pitch to confront the bully, which surprises Joe.
• The parents and players support Bella, criticizing the bully's actions.
• Gran manages to control both Bella and Selby.

Joe's Triumph

• With the support from Bella, Joe plays better and ultimately scores a goal.
• At the end of the game, Bella expresses her desire to watch Joe play football in the future, which Joe happily agrees to.