Bibliograph

Power players, football in propaganda, war and revolution, Ronny Blaschke

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Label

Power players, football in propaganda, war and revolution, Ronny Blaschke

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 287-88)

Illustrations

illustrationsmaps

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Power players

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1330195442

Responsibility statement

Ronny Blaschke

Sub title

football in propaganda, war and revolution

Summary

"Football is increasingly becoming an instrument of political power. Dictators in the Middle East brutally bring players into line and present themselves in the stands as fathers of the people. In Syria, stadiums were used as military bases and internment camps. But football is often also directed against the state. In Yugoslavia, Ukraine and the Arab world, 'ultras' and hooligans have fought on the front line in revolutions, and gone to war. Award-winning journalist Ronny Blaschke brings these battles to life, having researched them across four continents. He traces how power in football is shifting as club investors from China, Russia and the Gulf States secure economic influence in Europe for their governments. Blaschke explores the interplay between politics, history, religion and football to shine a light on a subject poorly understood and seldom discussed." -From publisher

Table Of Contents

Snipers behind the stands -- The most important source of propaganda -- Attackers for secession -- The power of Imam Beckenbauer -- Instrument of control -- Playground of the generals -- War players -- 90 minutes of escape -- Megaphone for dispute -- The emperor's new game -- A team photo as life insurance -- Murder and matches

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