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It’s not all sexy, samba football in Brazil y’know. This is slapstick football from Serie B sides Avaí and Boa Esporte with an own goal so bad, its effect could only be heightened by some circus music and a fire engine full of clowns. Watch the japes below…

The Football Supporters’ Federation has arranged ‘Meet the Met’ which is a chance for fans’ groups to discuss the policing of football at London clubs.

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A joint delegation from the the Football Supporters’ Federation and Supporters Direct met with representatives of the Football Association Chairman’s England Commission last week to discuss the content and recommendations of its first report.

The Away Supporters Initiative is now into its second season and we’re keen to track what deals clubs are funding. Fans tell us their preferred deals reduce prices, or subsidise travel, and transparency is important.

Imagine scoring an 82m volley? Paderborn’s Moritz Stoppelkamp wrapped up a 2-0 win over Hannover with just such a feat. It doesn’t exactly rip into the goal, but you can’t have everything.

These FSF guides are intended to offer a quick snapshot of advice and info for fans ahead of their trips to Europe – if you have any specific questions about the city, how to get there, where to stay or anything else then simply email us your questions. Through our extensive network of contacts at Football Supporters Europe and experience of travelling throughout Europe ourselves, we will be able to answer just about any query you have. 

These FSF guides are intended to offer a quick snapshot of advice and info for fans ahead of their trips to Europe – if you have any specific questions about the city, how to get there, where to stay or anything else then simply email us your questions. Through our extensive network of contacts at Football Supporters Europe and experience of travelling throughout Europe ourselves, we will be able to answer just about any query you have. 

These FSF guides are intended to offer a quick snapshot of advice and info for fans ahead of their trips to Europe – if you have any specific questions about the city, how to get there, where to stay or anything else then simply email us your questions. Through our extensive network of contacts at Football Supporters Europe and experience of travelling throughout Europe ourselves, we will be able to answer just about any query you have. 

The Premier League has developed a new app designed to make travelling away easier and cheaper for fans. The app includes matchday information, club offers, and exclusive travel and hotel deals.

Criminalising football fans: Institute of Ideas event in association with the FSF

Sad news last week that Jonas Gutierrez has been diagnosed with testicular cancer. He’s a very popular figure among Newcastle United fans and everyone at the Football Supporters’ Federation wishes him a full and speedy recovery.

You saw the good news reported all over the media last week that football arrests during 2013/14 had dropped by 7% and represented the lowest total on record, right? Of course you didn’t – because it was largely ignored!

Many Stoke City fans will be familiar with the tale of Neil Baldwin and his story is set to become more widely known thanks to an upcoming BBC comedy-drama. Marvellous features Toby Jones, Lou Macari and FSF Chair Malcolm Clarke, you read that right…

Here’s a handy life-tip: look where you’re going. Coritiba’s Cameroonian striker Joel learned the lesson the hard way after he scored two goals against São Paulo then leapfrogged the hoarding (via @MarcSDuffy).

A key idea behind the FSF’s Twenty’s Plenty campaign is that clubs should offer away fans cheaper deals on a reciprocal basis, preferably for £20 or less, and it’s already made football more affordable for 10,000s of supporters.

As one of the Foreign & Commonwealth Office’s (FCO) Know Before You Go partners we always encourage fans to swot up on all the relevant information before travelling.

Last year’s Football Supporters’ Federation Awards in association with William Hill saw Luis Suarez scoop Player of the Year – whatever happened to him? But who do you think should be in line for the FSF Awards 2014…

Ryman Premier Division side Lewes held a special day of football at the Dripping Pan on Saturday 6th September for their dedicated ‘Season of Action’ fixture against Wingate and Finchley (see image gallery).

Apparently this clip’s a year old, but hat-tip to Who Ate All The Pies for bringing it to our attention. Valencia B face CE L’Hospitalet, the ball’s looping into the net, but step forward Tano Bonnin who pulls off a miraculous goal-line clearance.