Hooliganism in Football
Hooliganism in Football

Author(s): Matej Kostrec
Subject(s): Sociology, Social psychology and group interaction, Sports Studies
Published by: Masarykova univerzita nakladatelství
Keywords: hooligans; football; ultras; tragic activities; riots;
Summary/Abstract: Hooliganism has been an unwanted and life-threatening phenomenon for several decades, making watching sporting events uncomfortable and enjoyable. This article presents the essence of this phenomenon in football, compares it with the activities of ultras movements and provides an overview of the most notorious hooligan activities in Slovakia and their impacts. It then offers, for comparison, the most notorious tragic hooligan activities that have occurred around the world and their consequences. Different measures are being taken in different countries around the world to combat this phenomenon, but these are not globally applicable due to inconsistencies in legislation and different cultures. The shortcomings and inconsistencies of the organisers of sporting events also play a role in allowing this phenomenon to take place.

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