From the pre-game rituals to the post-match celebrations, soccer fans in Latin America display a level of dedication and enthusiasm that is hard to match anywhere else in the world.

Feb 29, 2024 · Called ‘fútbol’ in Spanish and ’futebol’ in Portuguese, the sport arrived in Latin America in the late 1800s and has since become deeply ingrained in its identity and culture. Nowadays, Brazil,...

Jul 12, 2021 · Havas Sports & Entertainment’s study looked at fans in five Latin American countries: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia and Mexico. In these countries three logics of engagement stand...

Apr 23, 2022 · Latin American soccer fans bring music and rhythm to the sport. Their fans pack out stadiums, carrying drums and instruments, providing music and song throughout the entirety of a game. Perhaps the most famous Latin American fans are the Brazilians.

Oct 14, 2024 · Soccer is a vital part of Latin American culture, influencing its identity, economy, and uniting communities. Discover how soccer unites nations, fuels passion, and shapes the culture of Latin America.

May 28, 2014 · Across Latin American history, soccer rivalries — spanning national borders and neighborhood boundaries — have had an outsize influence on politics and identity. As Brazil prepares to host the 20th FIFA World Cup, we explore how the “beautiful game” arrived in South and Central America.

Sep 15, 2016 · Soccer plays a large cultural role throughout Latin America. It’s commonly accepted as a normal aspect of life. The beautiful game inspires kids, and brings families and countries together.

Jan 16, 2020 · In Latin America, the most famous sport is fútbol, which actually translates to “soccer.” As a false cognate in English and Spanish, it has a tendency to confuse new learners of both languages. (The cartoon Teen Titans GO has a funny example .)

Introduced to the region by the British, football has become the most popular sport in much of Latin America. Requiring little in the way of equipment–a ball, some more or less flat ground–it is played by kids, young people, and adults throughout the region.

Feb 24, 2025 · In Latin America, soccer runs through the veins of its people, rooted deep in history and community. The air buzzes with excitement on match days as both seasoned fans and first-timers gather in vibrant support for their favorite teams.