The Price of Football by Kieran Maguire Summary
Overview of The Price of Football
Decoding football's financial playbook, "The Price of Football" exposes how clubs bend FFP rules and owners manipulate finances. Endorsed by Accrington Stanley's Andy Holt MBE, this eye-opening guide answers the question: who really profits when millions change hands in the beautiful game?
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The Financial Revolution Behind the Beautiful Game
Football has transformed from a beloved sport into a global financial juggernaut. The world's 20 largest clubs now generate a staggering $8.3 billion in annual revenue, while FIFA sits on nearly $3 billion in assets. This financial evolution has created a growing disconnect between fans and the game they love, as transfer fees reach astronomical heights and ticket prices climb beyond the reach of traditional supporters. What drives these economics? Why can some clubs spend seemingly unlimited amounts while others struggle to survive? Understanding the financial machinery behind football explains why your favorite club makes the decisions it does-from player transfers and wage structures to ticket pricing and stadium development. The economics of football now dictate almost every aspect of the game. As legendary manager Arsene Wenger observed, "These days, a manager needs to be a financial expert first and a football expert second." This sentiment rings truer than ever as the beautiful game increasingly operates according to the cold logic of balance sheets rather than the passionate heartbeat of its fans. Yet to truly understand the modern game, we must look beneath the surface of these financial structures.
Decoding the Balance Sheet: What Clubs Own and Owe
The Profit Paradox: When Winning Doesn't Pay
Cash Flow: The Lifeblood That Keeps Clubs Alive
The Player Market: Football's Unique Economic Ecosystem
The Fan Economy: Why Ticket Prices Keep Rising
The Future of Football Finance: Evolution or Revolution?
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"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
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"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
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"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
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"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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