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Anton and his (unfair) connection with Örgryte: "My girlfriend likes knitting. Why doesn't she get depressed when she ruins a sweatshirt?!"

In the world of football, there exists a community of fans whose love for the sport knows no bounds. Forza Football aims to give these fans a voice through a series of interviews. Today we meet Anton (29), who supports Swedish side Örgryte from Gothenburg. Anton was introduced to the

"It's kind of strange how you can care so much about 11 guys kicking a ball"

In the world of football, there exists a community of fans whose love for the sport knows no bounds. Forza Football aims to give these fans a voice through a series of interviews. Today we meet Hugo (23), who has been a huge Hammarby IF fan for six years now.

A Liverpool fans' take on the causes of his football-related upset

In the world of football, there exists a community of fans whose love for the sport knows no bounds. Forza Football aims to give these fans a voice through a series of interviews. Today we meet Josh (39), who has been a Liverpool fan for 25 years now. Josh'

Robin opens up on extreme Ajax fandom: "I despise big games, the nervousness makes me tremble"

In the world of football, there exists a community of fans whose love for the sport knows no bounds. Forza Football aims to give these fans a voice through a series of interviews. Our journey begins in the Netherlands, where we meet Robin (25), an avid Ajax fan. Robin begins

"Telling someone: 'It's just a game' is not the solution" - Counselor talks 'sports fan grief'

Being a sports fan is more than just a casual hobby for many people. It can become an integral part of their lives, a full-time job that demands emotional investment and dedication. But what happens when the game doesn't go well? How does it affect the mental health

Professor on psychology behind die-hard fans and how they can fall into depression

In a previous article the motives for becoming a football fan were discussed. We also learned that fans who strongly identify with their favourite team can have their daily lives influenced by football. Together with Filip Boen, who is a Professor of Sport and Exercise Psychology at KU Leuven in

Why are we fans? Exploring the deeper meaning of fandom for 'the beautiful game'

For countless people, football is more than just a game. It’s a way of life. To learn and understand all things football fandom, Forza Football speak to Filip Boen, who's a Professor of Sport and Exercise Psychology at KU Leuven in Belgium. His research focuses on the

67% of fans believe that the performances of their favourite club have an impact on their well-being

Football is about chasing greatness, but when our club loses, it leaves a void that's hard to fill. It's that void what interests us. A survey by Forza Football found that our favourite clubs have a big impact on us, even though we can't

Barcelona finally lose as Alavés, Alhama relegated: Liga F Week 30 Round Up

Barcelona suffered their first defeat after 64 matches when they lost 2-1 to hosts Madrid CFF at the Estadio Fernando Torres on Sunday afternoon. The hosts raced to a two goal lead through a brace by Zambian forward Racheal Kundananji in the 30th and 37th minutes after being set up

Bayern set to reclaim title as Frankfurt, Hoffenheim battle for champions league spot: Frauen-Bundesliga Week 21 Preview

• Bayern Munich can clinch title if they beat Bayer Leverkusen at the FC Bayern Campus on Sunday afternoon

Game. Set. Match? Season defining matchday as Lyon, PSG clash: D1 Arkema Week 21 Preview

The penultimate matchday of the D1 Arkema ensues with a humdinger clash between leaders Olympique Lyon and Paris Saint-Germain in the capital on Sunday evening. Buoyant after seeing-off PSG 2-1 in the Coupe de France feminine final last week, coach Sonia Bompastor will be out to seal the destiny of

Curtain comes down as four teams battle for survival: Liga F Week 30 Preview

With Barcelona having already held their title parade on Monday, four teams are yet to know where they will be playing their football next season

Barcelona back to winning ways as Betis, Las Planas survive relegation: Liga F Week 29 Round Up

Champions Barcelona bounced back from their one-all draw against Sevilla on Wednesday to win 3-0 against visiting Athletic Club at the Estadi Johan Cruyff on Saturday afternoon. The hosts broke the deadlock in the 61st minute through forward Caroline Graham Hansen who converted a pass from fellow forward Salma Paralluelo.

Madrid in Levante clash, Battle for survival continues at other end: Liga F Week 29 Preview

Second-placed Real Madrid host third-placed Levante at the Estadio Alfredo Di Stefano on Sunday afternoon. The Madrid side have gone on a five-match winning streak and would want to extend it whilst Levante will be hoping to finish the season on a high note. Levante forward Alba Redondo will be

Juventus, Milan held as Sassuolo dominate relegation play-offs: Serie A Femminile Play-Offs Week 7 Round-Up

• Former champions Juventus held to a 2-2 draw by Inter at the Juventus Centre Vinovo in the league’s fourth ‘Derby d’Italia’ of the season

Atlético lose top three plot as Barcelona, Madrid CFF win big: Liga F Week 28 Round Up

Fourth-placed Atlético Madrid lost the plot in their fight for a top three finish after narrowly losing 1-0 to visiting Levante Las Planas at the Centro Deportivo Alcalá de Henares on Saturday afternoon. Forward Irina Uribe, who is arguably Las Planas’ player of the season, struck the all important goal

Lyon look to march on as PSG face Paris FC in potential ‘banana skin’ tie: D1 Arkema Week 20 Preview

Table-toppers Olympique Lyonnais travel to Stade Gaston-Gérard for a date against 10th placed Dijon FCO on Saturday afternoon. Sonia Bompastor’s side will be looking to firm-up their title-charge as any slip-up will see Paris Saint-Germain seize the initiative in this year’s tightly-contested championship race. Having won seven, drawn

Levante eye UWCL spot, fight for survival intensifies: Liga F Week 28 Preview

Levante just need a draw in their clash against visiting Valencia at the Estadio Ciudad de Valencia on Sunday evening to be assured of a top three finish. The hosts want another dance in the UEFA Women’s Champions League (UWCL) and avoiding defeat will be enough to see their

Barcelona clinch fourth consecutive title as Levante a point away from top three finish: Liga F Week 27 Round Up

Defending champions Barcelona wrapped up the league title after thrashing visiting Sporting Huelva 3-0 at the Estadi Johan Cruyff on Sunday afternoon. Defenders came to the party for the hosts when Laia Codina and Jana Fernández scored in the 39th and 63rd minutes respectively to put their side on the

Barcelona set to wrap it up as Real clash with Madrid CFF: Liga F Week 27 Preview

Barcelona have a chance to wrap up the league title this weekend when they host Sporting Huelva at the Estadi Johan Cruyff on Sunday afternoon. The Blaugranes are aiming to end the season with a 100% run in which they have scored 105 goals and conceded just five in 25

Real, Atlético in crucial wins as Betis on verge of survival: Liga F Week 26 Round Up

Real Madrid came from behind to snatch a 2-1 victory over visiting Villarreal at the Estadio Alfredo Di Stefano on Sunday evening. The visitors broke the deadlock in the 16th minute through midfielder Paola Soldevila off a pass from fellow midfielder Fatou Kanteh. The hosts levelled the scores a minute

Juventus ‘surrender’ title as Milan claim Inter’s scalp: Serie A Femminile Play-Offs Week 5 Round-Up

• Reigning champions Juventus lose ‘title deciding’ match 3-2 to AS Roma away on Saturday

Atlético, Levante clash in top three fight as Real date Villarreal: Liga F Week 26 Preview

Atlético Madrid and Levante clash in a battle for top three finish at the Centro Deportivo Alcalá de Henares on Sunday afternoon. Both teams had contrasting fortunes last weekend with hosts Atlético suffering a humiliating 4-0 drubbing at the hands of log leaders Barcelona whilst Levante were 3-1 winners over

Juventus in crunch Roma tie as Milan derby on cards: Serie A Play-Offs Week 5 Preview

• Reigning champions Juventus in ‘title decider’ against log leaders AS Roma away on Saturday

Grosso strike seals Juve epic comeback as Roma dismantle Inter: Serie A Play-Offs Week 4 Round-Up

• Champions Juventus in epic comeback, condemning Fiorentina to their second defeat of the Serie A play-offs with a 4-3 victory at home on Sunday