Why Do We Insist On Taunting Rather Than Supporting?

The importance of supporters in football will never find itself up for debate, with expressions like ‘the 12th man’ and ‘the driving force behind the team’ becoming synonymous with a club’s loyal legion of followers. As a single entity they thrive on creating an intense and intimidating atmosphere, serving to inspire their own team whilst unsettling the opposition. However, this desire or rather lust to prevail on a match day at all costs will unfortunately see fans resort to decadent behaviour. Far too often this season we’ve witnessed obscene gestures and repulsive chanting, which has mutat...