Take the Ball, Pass the Ball

This documentary explores the period between 2008 and 2012 when FC Barcelona, under the management of Pep Guardiola, achieved significant success and a distinct style of play. Through first-hand accounts from the players, the film details the intense competition between Guardiola and José Mourinho. It also covers Eric Abidal's recovery from cancer to win the European Cup and the early years of Lionel Messi, including a time when the club nearly rejected him as a teenager.

Directed by Duncan McMath and written by Graham Hunter, the film was produced in Spain by Universal Pictures, Versus Entertainment, and Zoomsport International. The cast features several players appearing as themselves, including Pep Guardiola, Lionel Messi, Xavi, Andrés Iniesta, Gerard Piqué, and Sergio Busquets, with a total of 20 credited cast members.

Released on November 7, 2018, the film has a runtime of 107 minutes. It has received positive reception from audiences, maintaining a rating of 7.9/10 on IMDb based on 3,700 votes and an identical 7.9/10 on TMDB from 97 votes.