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

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

Women worldwide are making their presence felt as sport fans in rapidly increasing numbers. This book makes a distinctive and innovative contribution to the stu

This is the first book to explore the full significance of sport fans and fandom from an international and interdisciplinary perspective, across different sport