Unusual Suspects: “Ultras” as Political Actors in the Egyptian Revolution
2013; Pluto Journals; Volume: 35; Issue: 3 Linguagem: Inglês
10.13169/arabstudquar.35.3.0290
ISSN2043-6920
Autores Tópico(s)Jewish and Middle Eastern Studies
ResumoThe Egyptian revolution that started on January 25 engaged many people who theretofore had not been considered political actors. Among them were the Ultras, a particular group of football fans who are widely credited to have played a part in the more physical aspects of the uprising. In this article the Ultras are studied by means of an analysis of their own written material, their internet presence, and fieldwork conducted in Cairo. It is argued that the Ultras have quite naturally developed into a revolutionary social movement.
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