Routledge Football and International Relations under Francoism

Explore the complex connection between sport and politics with Football and International Relations under Francoism, 1937-1975. Published by Routledge as part of the Routledge Soccer Histories series, this book examines the historical period of Francoist Spain through the lens of football. This academic work provides a deep look into how soccer functioned within the political landscape of the era. It is an essential resource for students, historians, and sports enthusiasts interested in the history of Europe, specifically focusing on the social and political dynamics of Portugal and Spain. By studying this text, readers gain a better understanding of how international relations and domestic policy influenced the development of one of the world's most popular sports during a transformative period in Spanish history.