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September 1, 2025

Football-Related Violence, Hegemonic Masculinity, and the Politics of Exclusion: Fandom and Football in Post-Transition Eastern and Central Europe

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RKRadosław Kossakowski

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Overview

Analysis reveals the impact of gender norms on fan culture in central europe, suggesting a link to exclusionary ideologies.

Key Points

  • Violence and rigid gender norms mark fan culture, reflecting a postcommunist legacy that shapes identities.
  • Key findings indicate that hegemonic masculinity influences fan behavior and community dynamics.
  • Sociological analysis centers on historical contexts within central europe, revealing deeper cultural implications.
  • The study highlights challenges in understanding football fandom without considering contemporary history.

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Radosław Kossakowski (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69254f9ec0ce034ddc35a173https://doi.org/10.1353/sor.2025.a974421
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