Arguably, Football has become the most enjoyable and loved game in the globe, especially among European fans. In fact, club football is what raises the popularity of soccer. One of the most favorite team in the soccer league in Spain and in the entire Europe is FC Barcelona. Joan Gamper founded Barcelona FC on 29 November the year 1899. The club is the brand for Catalan pride and culture, of which is fully presented in the soccer pitch. FC Barcelona has developed a good attribute for being best club in Spanish League. Their brand name is lifted higher by winning international and national trophies such as La Liga and Champions League; in fact, they are the favorite team to win the 2011-2012 Champions League. The club is coached by Guardilola Josep and the presidency seat is under Joan Laporta (Burns 2).
In the year 1902, the club began its winning culture, by being then best in Copa Macaya. It actually, gained more fame in 1909 through the building of a stadium that was known as Carrer Industria. In 1917, Joan Gamper appointed a manager called Jack Greenwell, and under his name FC Barcelona won 6 Copa Del Reys, 11 Campionat de Catalunya, as well as 4 Coupe de Pyrenees. He also included Paulino Alcantara in the team, who later became the topped the scoring board.
In the year, 1925 to 1939, the club went through hardships brought about by civil war and political hardships. However, in the mid 40s to early 60s the club rose up again and became successful. Towards the end of 20th century, the club went to its peak moments, and up to date it is considered the best not only nationally, but also internationally. The club is also known for having the best players, which include Lionel Messi. Other club legends include, Miguel, Joseph Samatier, and Ladislao Kubala (Burns 10).
Since the dictatorship of Franco Francisco in the year 1939, FC Barcelona and Real Madrid have become the closest rivalries of all time. The two teams are the representatives of different cultural, political, and cities in Spain. The two teams dominate Spanish Premier League every year, whereby its rivalry is well known as El Clasico. The club stadium is known as Camp Nou, with a capacity of 98,000. The club has many honors under their name, of which with their current form of play many honors are yet to come. Moreover, the club currently has the best players in the world, paying quality and admirable soccer under the management of Josep Guardiola.
Work cited
Burns, J. Barca: A People’s Passion. London: Bloomsbury, 2009
