In many regions, Ultras are powerful political actors. They have played roles in revolutions (e.g., Egypt’s Arab Spring) and often represent marginalized social groups [20, 21, 27].
While often associated with hooliganism or violence in the media, many groups act as surrogate families, offering a sense of belonging in atomized societies [16, 23]. Ultras
"Ultras culture gives one a sense of community in a world that feels increasingly lonely and atomised." [5.1] On Ultramarathons In many regions, Ultras are powerful political actors