European football under close scrutiny
International Journal of Sports Marketing and Sponsorship
ISSN: 1464-6668
Article publication date: 1 April 2009
Abstract
Consumers are increasingly looking beyond products, and are expressing concern for the respect of societal values. This paper analyses how football organisations and governing bodies in Europe are adapting their marketing strategies to reflect these concerns. 'Ethical charters' or 'ethical codes of behaviour' need to be redefined under close scrutiny from shareholders and stakeholders. Whether it is a deliberate decision or a forced change, football organisations must respond to simultaneous commercial and political pressures.
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Citation
Rouvrais-Charron, C. and Kim, C. (2009), "European football under close scrutiny", International Journal of Sports Marketing and Sponsorship, Vol. 10 No. 3, pp. 33-46. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJSMS-10-03-2009-B005
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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