BARCA. Aufstieg und Fall des Klubs, der den modernen Fußball erfand: Die Geschichte des FC Barcelona (Sunday Times Fußballbuch des Jahres)

The book weaves Messi's story into the club's evolution, but I'm curious how the author chose this angle to explore the club's identity.

The narrative evoked a lot of memories of iconic matches and players. I wonder if others found themselves reflecting on their own football fandom.

It seems to go beyond sports, touching on regional identity and societal changes. Did the author intend to highlight these broader themes?