The term "hooliganism" cannot be easily defined. Often the media portrays hooligans to be involved in severely violent and unruly criminal actions. It represents so much more than just barbaric behavior. Hooliganism has evolved from being pure hatred and violence into becoming pride-earning competition. For some, it is a way to take a break from an average mundane working-life, but for others, it is a way of life.
Hooliganism wasn't recognized as a serious problem until it received media coverage in the late 1960's. There was a power struggle between the younger, working class (Teddy Boys) and older generations and upper-classes. The young working class experienced an increase in wealth leading to a shift in power among classes. Watching football became a common pastime for young working class men. The popularity of football led to a concentration on the individual as well as group identities. Territorial violence began to take center-stage over the actual football games that were......

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