Silence in the Stands: Assessing the Impact of Russian State‐Linked “Sportswashing” on Online Fan Behavior Following the Full‐Scale Invasion of Ukraine
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DOI: 10.1111/ssqu.13485
Abstract: This study examines whether state‐linked sportswashing—through perceived associations between states and sports entities—can shield states from public scrutiny over human rights abuses. We analyze changes in Chelsea F.C. supporters’ online behavior following Roman Abramovich's announcement… read more here.
Keywords: linked sportswashing; invasion; behavior following; state linked ... See more keywords