Publisher's Synopsis
Drawing on the Daily Mirror's outstanding archive and Haynes Publishing's wealth of experience, this book continues the successful 'Crimes of the Century' series. Claire Welch has been given access to thousands of hours of investigative journalism to bring the story of football hooligans to light.
This book examines some of the most disturbing and extreme instances that have taken place including the Heysel Stadium disaster (1985) and the infamous Republic of Ireland versus England international in February 1995.
While football supporters are passionate about their club, what is it that drives them to such hatred and violence?
Who are the main protagonists and what have the authorities done to curb football hooliganism?
After decades of rival supporters standing shoulder to shoulder on vast terraces, why did attitudes change resulting in segregated seating areas for opposing fans?
With calls for a return to standing areas at stadia, what does the 21st Century hold in store?
