CLEAN:Football is king in South Africa

The speaker shares experiences of playing football in Belgium and Ireland, highlighting the passionate yet sometimes negative support from fans. They reminisce about the local football culture, particularly around the Celtics, where people felt free despite potential arrests. The ANC held meetings during football matches, taking advantage of the gatherings without police interference. The transcript concludes with an agreement on a discussed point.

What is the speaker's opinion on the fan support in Derry City?

• It is fanatical but can be negative.

• It is always positive and supportive.

• It is supportive only during victories.

• It is indifferent and lacks passion.

How did the community react during football matches according to the speaker?

• They were always arrested for celebrating.

• They were uninterested in the matches.

• They felt a sense of freedom and celebration.

• They were always quiet and reserved.

What unique activity occurred during football games as mentioned by the speaker?

• Cooking competitions were held.

• Art exhibitions took place.

• Concerts were organized.

• Political meetings were held.

Why were political meetings not interrupted by the police during football games?

• The police thought people were there for football.

• The meetings were held in secret locations.

• The police were bribed to ignore them.

• The police were unaware of the meetings.

What assumption did the police make about the people attending the football games?

• They were there to sell goods.

• They were there to cause trouble.

• They were there to watch football.

• They were there to protest.