In Italy, the Italian Football Championship is set to be won this year by Napoli. They are the sixth richest club in the league and have a commanding lead. Mike Jegeman says it's almost inconceivable now they don't go on to win the championship. The economist also believes that sometimes football greatness isn't just about the money.
AS A GAS // As a gas producer, the state was able to build up enormous reserves. But failing to pivot when global prices fell has created debt, a dollar shortage and rampant panic. The exposure of Western companies to China suggests both poles are closer than politics suggests. And, the Italian team upsetting the status quo of European football.
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