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Study Examines Right-Wing Hooliganism's Political Shift to AfD

publication · 2026-03-24

A new study by Stefan Wellgraf explores how right-wing hooligans, once politically unaffiliated, have increasingly aligned with the AfD party. The research traces this development's origins back to the former East Germany, examining the transition from football fan culture to political activism. The findings highlight a significant shift in political mobilization patterns over recent decades.

Key facts

  • Stefan Wellgraf authored a study titled 'Staatsfeinde'
  • Research examines right-wing hooligans' political alignment with AfD
  • Study traces historical roots to East Germany era
  • Analysis covers transition from football fan culture to politics
  • Findings reveal changing political mobilization patterns

Entities

Institutions

  • AfD

Locations

  • East Germany
  • DDR

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