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The book presents a Marxist critique of the European football industry, emphasizing the distinction between profits and surplus value to explore the commodification of the sport. It examines modern professional football's dynamics and how government and clubs encourage fans to align with business interests, undermining traditional social ties. Additionally, it highlights case studies from across Europe, showcasing fans' efforts to resist the encroachment of neo-liberalism and reclaim the cultural essence of the game.
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Football in Neo-Liberal Times, Peter Kennedy, David Kennedy
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- Released
- 2016
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- Title
- Football in Neo-Liberal Times
- Subtitle
- A Marxist Perspective on the European Football Industry
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Peter Kennedy, David Kennedy
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis
- Released
- 2016
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 174
- ISBN13
- 9781138826519
- Category
- Football
- Description
- The book presents a Marxist critique of the European football industry, emphasizing the distinction between profits and surplus value to explore the commodification of the sport. It examines modern professional football's dynamics and how government and clubs encourage fans to align with business interests, undermining traditional social ties. Additionally, it highlights case studies from across Europe, showcasing fans' efforts to resist the encroachment of neo-liberalism and reclaim the cultural essence of the game.