Tag: politics

The rise and fall of left wing football

THE ARGUMENT SURROUNDING THE RELATIONSHIP between football and politics is one that has been raging since the sport began and one that will no doubt continue until the end of time. Whilst…

Gazprom’s colossal football empire

It was once said that of all the unimportant subjects, football is by far the most important. Today, that quote seems so antiquated. Football has transcended the boundaries of a mere sport, into…

How football and race shaped modern Brazil

England may have created football, but Brazil made it an art form. Since the arrival of football in the South American country at the turn of the 20th century, Brazil has won…

The chaotic world of Al Ahly and their Ahlawy ultras

Al Ahly fans are used to success. In 2000, they received the highest honour from the Confederation of African Football by being named African Club of the Century, and who could argue with…