Navigating uncertainty
The interplay of ‘magical football’ and ‘football magic’ in Cameroonian football
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 7640536 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Kiyoshi Umeya (corresponding author), Hassan Mbiydzenyuy Yosimbom |
| Year | 2023 |
| Volume | 39 |
| Issue | 5 |
| Pages | 23-27 |
| Publication date | 2023-10-01 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Anthropology Today (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0268-540X • E-ISSN: 1467-8322 |
| Publisher | Wiley (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1111/1467-8322.12840 |
| OpenAlex | W4387232434 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 12 |
Cameroon's Indomitable Lions (a nickname for the Cameroon national football team) are renowned for their ‘magical football’, a term that embodies their extraordinary performances. This article delves into the intertwining concepts of ‘magical football’ and ‘football magic’, seeking to understand how these elements contribute to the Lions’ success. The study reviews historical instances of the Lions’ participation in the Africa Cup of Nations and FIFA World Cup competitions, analyzing how natural football abilities interweave with supernatural enhancement to influence game outcomes. The findings suggest that talent alone does not guarantee victory, and the uncertainty of elements beyond our rational comprehension can significantly impact the game
Comprehension · Football · Political science · Politics · Victory · Computer Science · Law · Sport and Mega-Event Impacts · Sports Analytics and Performance · Sports, Gender, and Society
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| Citation velocity | historical |
|---|---|
| Highly cited | No |