This book presents a series of fascinating case studies that show how the lives and bodies of clubs, players and fans around the world are enmeshed with politic

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Drawing on research from Britain, Europe, Argentina and the USA this volume examines the culture and loyalties of soccer players and crowds and their relationsh

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Learn the value of football to American society No sport reflects the American value system like football. Visitors to the United States need only watch a game