What do fans call a player's signature written on a ball or shirt?
AnswerAutograph
An autograph is a person's handwritten signature, often collected by fans.
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The basics
What is the benefit a team is said to get from playing in front of its own fans?
AnswerHome advantage
Home advantage describes the edge teams tend to have at their own venue.
Going deeper
The wave became known worldwide as the 'Mexican wave' after which event?
Answer1986 FIFA World Cup
TV coverage of the 1986 World Cup in Mexico spread the wave around the world.
What is a 'fanzine'?
AnswerA magazine made by fans
Fanzine blends 'fan' and 'magazine': an amateur publication made by enthusiasts.
In ancient Roman chariot racing, fans supported teams known by what?
AnswerColors
Roman racing factions were named by color, such as the Blues, Greens, Reds and Whites.
Expert level
The Nika riots of 532 AD in Constantinople began among fans of which sport?
AnswerChariot racing
Rival Blue and Green chariot racing factions sparked the Nika riots under Emperor Justinian.
Roughly how many spectators could the Roman Colosseum hold?
AnswerAbout 50,000 to 80,000
Historians estimate the Colosseum held roughly 50,000 to 80,000 spectators.
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