Make or Buy?
Barcelona or Real Madrid? Barcelona makes them. Real Madrid buys them. It’s a matter of degree of course, but I think the distinction holds. Rob …
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Get the latest European football news, analysis, and insights, covering everything from thrilling UEFA Champions League clashes to iconic domestic matchups like El Clásico (Real Madrid vs. Barcelona) and the Milan Derby (Inter Milan vs. AC Milan). Explore the economic impact of blockbuster transfers, sponsorship deals, and the growing global audience for leagues like the Premier League, Bundesliga, La Liga, and Serie A. From tactical breakdowns to the financial implications of football’s biggest events, our European football section offers everything fans and economists need to stay informed about the beautiful game’s evolving landscape.
Soccer, and Hell Freezing Over
A couple of weeks ago, my undergraduate seminar engaged in a discussion of Michael Allen Gillespie’s excellent essay “Players and Spectators: Sports and Ethical Training …
Champions League Final
Tonight (this afternoon in North America) is the final of the Champions League. The match between Bayern Munich and Inter Milan will take place in …
Sports and the Economy Watch
How is the sports business faring in the Great Recession? Here are two contrasting stories out today. First, a study sponsored by the Los Angeles …
Football Season Begins!
No, not the NFL. Two European football leagues, the Bundesliga in Germany and Ligue 1 in France get started this weekend. In the Bundesliga, Wolfsburg …