As a result of a global catastrophe, Europe turns out to be a giant football field on which tens of thousands of people roll a huge ball. Germany - Russia, eternal rivals. But the past is no more. The Third World... game begins. Boris Gaiduk's dystopia, written in the author's favorite manner, can be read and understood in completely different ways. Some will discover in this book a philosophical fantasy novel set in the distant future, some will see a witty surreal pastiche assembled from many historical, literary and sports parallels, and some will discover the opportunity to reflect on individual freedom and value human life.