FC Barcelona

America and chivas are the biggest rivals in the liga Mx. They are known to always fight and or say thing to each other during the games. When these two teams play against each other it is called el super clasico. America without a doubt is better than chivas, not just based on people's opinion but also on stats. America is better by goals scored ,championships won, people's opinion, and what team has the best player. To start with, america has won championships than chivas. In ten years chias…

Soccer or perhaps football is not just any sport; it is a way of life. I first started playing soccer when I was six years old back where come from, Bahrain. In Bahrain, soccer is the number one sport as it’s the most watched and the most played. So, the question that if I will continue to participate in playing soccer is defiantly, and without any hesitation, a yes. I play soccer because it is my favorite hobby and it has the greatest form of sportsmanship and teamwork. Soccer is a sport that…

Discourse Community A discourse community can be defined as a group of people who share the same interests, goals, ideas, personalities, passions, etc. Some examples of discourse communities include: veterans, college students, African Americans, Christians, travelers, billionaires, and police officers. Although I do place myself in a variety of groups, the discourse community that defines me the best is the soccer community. I have been playing soccer since I was six years old and it has…

Barcelona Sponsors As you may know, Barcelona is a pretty famous/well known soccer team from northern Spain. Barcelona has two FIFA Club World Cup trophies. They also have many partnerships with many different businesses. Their partnerships are referred to as their sponsors. Many of their sponsors you know and use in an everyday life style. Some sponsors include Panasonic, Gatorade, Nike, Head and Shoulders, EA sports, Toshiba, Qatar and many more. Some sponsors are more presentable then others…

The region of Catalonia is currently located at the furthermost northern tip on the eastern side of Spain. Currently Spain is a part of the European Union, a joint union of states in Europe. Though part of the EU, Spain has had a difficult time regarding its economy and its hold to certain regions like the Basque country and Catalonia. The Catalans of Catalonia have had a very tough and subjugated history from the Spaniards dating back since its incorporation all the way to the Franco…

We have decided to take a virtual trip to Barcelona, Spain. Since we are on a budget, my classmate Jackie Davis and I will travel to Barcelona together. We will leave Tallahassee, FL on March 1, 2017, with stops in Atlanta and New York and arrive in Barcelona, Spain the next morning of March 2nd. It will be spring when we arrive in Spain; therefore, the temperature will be around 60/70 degrees. We have packed light sweaters/jackets, jeans, long & short sleeve shirts and comfortable walking…

Barcelona, Spain is considered the capital of Catalonia—a culturally autonomous region, notable for its desire to become a separate nation. The origins of this unique identity can best be understood through the Annales School assertion that earliest histories are formative of culture. The story of Giufré el Pílos (Wilfred the Hairy) is the most influential of early Catalonian histories, and presents the Catalonian values of bravery, social order, and national autonomy. The durability of this…

After years of discussing whether Catalonia should separate from Spain, Catalonians vote on Friday, declaring its independence; however, Spain dismissed their proposal and began taking control over the region. According to “Spain dismisses the Catalonia Government After Region Declares Independence” in the New York Times authors Raphael Minder and Patrick Kingsley guide readers through how the Spanish leaders dissolved and removed the Catalan Government official due to them “illegally declaring…

The industrial revolution changed and shaped the city of Barcelona. Through trial and error plans were developed and the city came to be how it is. The reasons behind the curved corners of ever street and the way houses were organized on blocks all have a specific meaning. Antoni Gaudi is one of the most well know Catalan artist who came up right around the time of the city changing shape and added his own personal touch. Gaudi brought Barcelona many wonders that people come to see from all over…

Barcelona is hands down one of the most attractive cities in the world. Located right next to the ocean in the northeastern part of Spain, Barcelona is one of the most sought after travel destinations today. Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain and is home to over 4 million people and is also the capital of Catalonia, one of spain self-governing regions. Barcelona has a tremendous amount of rich history that made it the great city it is today and I would love to travel to this great…