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Perceived reasons for hate speech against professional football players on the internet by target group
The survey breaks down why hate speech targets football players online — from online anonymity and salary envy to club transfers, across three audience groups.
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Source
Source
ONE8Y
Survey period
Survey period
09/08/2026 - 09/09/2026
Survey country
Survey country
Germany
Sample
Sample
n=1,371 total population surveyed, with n=1,011 people interested in sports (top 2 on 4-point scale) and n=827 people interested in soccer (top 2 on 4-point scale)
Question
Question
Professional football players regularly face insults and hostility on social media – after weak performances, club transfers, or provocative goal celebrations. In your opinion, what are the reasons for hate speech against professional football players on the internet? (multiple answers possible; aided answers)