Congratulations, You Have Just Met the Casuals: The True Story of Aberdeen's Staunchest Fans

by Dan Rivers

It was the look and the attitude that defined the UK in the 1980s. It was "a culture unto its own" that brought with it an unforgettable style that was as important as the team. It was about confrontation and being involved, a good fight and being part of the mob. This was the Casual movement—a new breed of soccer fan, bringing with them a new way to terrorize the terraces. Scotland led the way, and of them all, Aberdeen soccer club's Aberdeen Soccer Casuals (the ASC) became the most notorious, most feared, and most copied mob in the country. Told from a unique perspective at the heart of the action, this is their explosive and exhilarating story. Forthright, honest, and passionate, this is the only account you'll ever need to read about the most formidable fans in Scotland. It's time to meet the Aberdeen Soccer Casuals.

288 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

Reviews

[Eric · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a good hoolie oriented book. The author does a good job of getting into a bit more than just stories about fighting. I ESPECIALLY loved the bit about the Aberdeen Casuals going to see The Housemartins. AMAZING story. Overall, this is one of the better books on the subject.

[Scott Gardner · Rating 3 out of 5]

Better book than a few i have read , maybe because it's Scotland , and i was following football round about this time frame , and it was at least interesting