African footballers in Sweden : race, immigration, and integration in the age of globalization /
Carl-Gustaf Scott.
- 1 online resource (313 pages)
Includes bibliographical references.
Introduction: racism and integration in contemporary Swedish football and society -- The African diaspora in the global football market: the arrival of African footballers in Sweden -- Racism in Swedish football and society -- Anti-racism and its limitations in Swedish football -- African footballers in Sweden: identity, background and performance -- African football imports in the eyes of Swedish clubs -- The African football experience in Sweden -- Racism, racialization and xenophobia: African footballers in the eyes of fans and media -- Conclusion: football, integration, and national identity.
9781137535092 (e-book)
Africans--Public opinion.--Sweden Soccer players--Public opinion.--Sweden Immigrants--Public opinion.--Sweden Africans--Attitudes.--Sweden Racism in sports--Sweden. Sports--Social aspects--Sweden. Social integration--Sweden.
Sweden--Race relations. Sweden--Emigration and immigration. Africa--Emigration and immigration.