In this article I would like, in addition to being honest, to speak in first person about my experience in this sport. By proximity, here in Spain, the performance of La Liga should not go unnoticed. The management of Javier Tebas, despite not being a character worthy of my devotion, deserves all possible praise. He …
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Obsessed with money. But in this case, not to enrich his pockets but to improve and support the players who appear week after week on the green. His relationship with the team borders on idyll and his commitment escapes both doubt and reason. He refuses controversy at all times. He knows perfectly well when to …
Stamford bridge. May 2009 After a fierce duel in Barcelona that ended goalless, the second leg in London anticipated another great night. A Barcelona side on the edge of their seats were constantly under siege from Chelsea, who were chasing the goal that would certify their place in the Champions League final. That ambition turned …
Success is so addictive that even when you succeed it doesn't seem to be enough. Because of this misguided thinking, a number of footballers have succumbed to the temptation of substances as addictive or even more addictive than prestige to enhance their qualities on the field. Tempted by their desire for glory, their excesses end …
In Spain, beyond the eternal dominance of Leo Messi, the failure of Barcelona and Real Madrid is imperious. Both teams are, for the moment, unsuccessfully pursuing their return to the throne of European football. Poor management of the squads and their egos, older and established players, high investments that still do not pay off. . …
In the following posts I will analyze the most significant elements of the six major leagues in the European scene. Independently, later on I will give a more extensive description of the details of each competition. Starting with Italy, it is worth noting its favourable tax regime for professional sportsmen and women, which makes the …
As much as we sometimes believe that the atmosphere of important matches is created by the connection between players and fans, there are stadiums that have become emblematic within this sport. One of these courts with its own life, celebrated this past May 80 years since its first heartbeat. With a capacity of nearly 58,000 …
Over the past few seasons, a debate has arisen over a proposed competition put forward by FIFA, in light of its disagreements with UEFA. The top clubs from the most competitive leagues in Europe would take part in it, and all this would take place in a league format. As a result, the leagues at …
As Johan Cruyff said: "It's all very simple: if you score one more than your opponent, you win". This requires an imbalance, an ability that seems to have disappeared over time. Although we currently find players of exquisite quality, it is difficult to highlight professionals who possess the elegance of Thierry Henry or the magic …
One of the most controversial issues in football today is the presence or absence of spectators in football stadiums. For health reasons, it was decided that, once the competitions had resumed after the break by Covid-19, it would do so without one of the elements that make this sport an art: its fans. As the …
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