Hooked on Football:Four reasons why football fans just can't get enough
Have you ever wondered why and how football could hook so many people and make them die-hard fans—willing to let go of their sleep and meals just because of their favorite team? For millions globally, football is more than just a game, it's a culture, an art and most likely an obsession. In this post, we'll explore the top reasons why fans are highly attached to this sport. 1. DOPAMINE RELEASE, SOCIAL BONDING AND EMOTIONAL AROUSAL I'll never forget the day I watched the recent AFCON semi finals and saw my favorite team on the verge of losing. I felt like I couldn't breathe, my mind racing and aching and I was on the edge of my seat. “But what was the reason for such an intense emotional response?”, I thought and this thought led me to do an extensive research. Upon my research, I found out that watching football triggers dopamine, a neurotransmitter that aids in the regulation of mood, pleasure and motivation. Dopamine can create a feeling of glee, making supporters yea...