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This book assesses the transformation of football fan culture from a gender perspective. Referring to the notions of homosociality, hegemonic masculinity and pe

Why do women follow sports? What can female fandom tell us about gender relations in sport? This book explores these questions by bringing together the varied s

In the past, sport, particularly football, has been defined as a male domain. Women’s interest stereotypically ranges from gentle tolerance to active resistan

Women fans have entered the traditionally male domain of the sports stadium in growing numbers in recent years. Watching professional sport is important for wom

This volume draws upon social science and historical approaches to provide insights into the world of women’s football and female fans. It gives an in-depth a