Soccer vs. the State
Tackling Football and Radical Politics
by Gabriel Kuhn
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Soccer has turned into a multi-billion-dollar industry. Professionalism and commercialization dominate its global image. Yet the game retains a rebellious side, maybe more so than any other sport co-opted by moneymakers and corrupt politicians. From its roots in working-class England to political protests by players and fans, and a current radical soccer underground, the notion of football as the “people’s game” has been kept alive by numerous individuals, teams, and communities.
This book not only traces this history but also reflects on common criticisms—that soccer ferments nationalism, serves right-wing powers, and fosters competitiveness—exploring alternative perspectives and practical examples of egalitarian DIY soccer. Soccer vs. the State serves both as an orientation for the politically conscious football supporter and as an inspiration for those who try to pursue the love of the game away from televisions and big stadiums, bringing it to back alleys and muddy pastures.
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Soccer, Sports and state, Sports, great britain, Sports, social aspects, Political aspects, Nationalism and sports, Games, Gambling, Sports, JUVENILE NONFICTION, Sports & Recreation, Business Aspects, Essays, History, Reference, TRAVEL, Special Interest, Social aspects, Public opinion, Anarchists, Fußball, Politik, Korruption, Fotboll, Politiska aspekter, Sociala aspekterShowing 6 featured editions. View all 6 editions?
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