Reign of Spain

More than just a soccer club, Barcelona’s exquisite play and numerous club titles have garnered it fans and adorers (often lovingly referred to as “culers”) the world over. But when Thierry Henry, pictured, and his mates step onto the pitch at Soldier Field Sunday, they’ll be facing stiff opposition in Chivas Guadalajara—winners of 11 Mexican Primera División championships—and, we’re betting, a heavily pro-Mexican crowd.