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In the modern game, every goal has a price tag.
From billionaire takeovers to fan revolts, Football vs Finance dives deep into the billion-pound power struggle behind the world’s most loved sport. Why do investors, nation-states, and corporations pour fortunes into football clubs? And can passion survive profit?
This sharp, journalistic exploration reveals how modern ownership defines destiny – from the Glazers at Manchester United and Sheikh Mansour’s City empire, to Barcelona’s socios and Leicester’s fairytale rise. It exposes the financial strategies, soft-power politics, and cultural clashes shaping football in the 21st century.
Inside, you’ll discover:
- How investors turn football clubs into global assets
- The rise of nation-state ownership and “sportswashing“
- The secrets behind sustainable success stories like Brighton and Brentford
- Why fan-owned clubs still matter – and what they risk losing
- What Financial Fair Play really achieved (and didn’t)
Written in the crisp, balanced tone of The Athletic meets The Economist, Football vs Finance blends vivid storytelling with clear business insight. Whether you’re a lifelong supporter, a sports entrepreneur, or simply curious about how football became a financial empire, this book will change how you see the beautiful game.
For readers of: Soccernomics, The Club, and Money and Football.
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