FC Barcelona - Het imperium

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With rare access, bestselling coauthor of Soccernomics and Financial Times journalist Simon Kuper tells the story of FC Barcelona’s rise to become the world's most successful club and the impending end of that era. Barcelona is not only the highest-grossing sports club but also one of the most influential organizations globally, boasting around 214 million social media followers—more than any other sports club except Real Madrid CF. The club's motto, "More than a club," reflects its significance, likening it more to multinational corporations than typical soccer teams. Over the past thirty years, Barcelona transformed from a regional team into a global powerhouse, known for sustained excellence and beautiful soccer. Kuper explores this transformation, focusing on key figures like Johan Cruyff and Lionel Messi, who joined at thirteen and became synonymous with the club's glory. As Messi's era concludes, Kuper charts the rise and fall of Barcelona. Despite its secretive nature, Kuper gained access to Camp Nou and the people behind the scenes, offering an erudite and personal portrait that transcends soccer to reveal FC Barcelona as a unique social, cultural, and political phenomenon.