Group 1 - The core phenomenon observed is the decline of club parent companies' influence following the collapse of the real estate football bubble, leading to a rise in fan culture as the main theme of the Chinese Super League (CSL) [1] - The harsh survival environment has made clubs realize that fans are their primary source of support, with new professional stadiums enhancing fan experiences, contributing to the expansion of fan culture [2] Group 2 - Several encouraging attendance records have been set in recent matches, with Beijing Workers' Stadium reaching a peak of 62,291 attendees on July 19, and other stadiums also breaking their own records [3] - The average attendance for the 22 completed matches in the CSL stands at 25,457, placing it among the top ten leagues globally, significantly surpassing Japanese and Korean leagues [3] Group 3 - The emergence of Tifo culture in Chinese football is highlighted, with the largest Tifo in Chinese football history being displayed by Chengdu Rongcheng, symbolizing local fan expectations and pride [7][8] - Tifo, originating from Italian culture, represents the passionate support of fans and has evolved into a significant visual tool in football matches, enhancing the atmosphere and intimidating opposing teams [8][9] Group 4 - The history of Tifo in China began in 2000, with the first Tifo displayed by Shanghai Shenhua, marking the start of Tifo culture in domestic leagues [16] - Notable Tifo displays have occurred in various matches, showcasing the evolution and increasing complexity of Tifo designs, reflecting the deep connection between fans and their clubs [19][20][21] Group 5 - The cultural significance of Tifo and fan engagement is emphasized as potentially more valuable than competitive performance in the CSL, suggesting a need for city managers to adopt a more inclusive approach to promote football culture [28]

"请高举起你们手中的拼图，为浙江而'拼'！"当现场广播喊出这句话时，黄龙体育中心东看台整齐 划一地呈现出一幅气势磅礴的巨大"ZHEJIANG"字样的tifo（指体育比赛中可覆盖看台的大型横幅或拼 图），将浙江绿城与上海申花这场中超当轮的焦点战气氛瞬间点燃。此时此刻，现场的36996名观众， 共同见证了属于浙江足球的历史瞬间。 从七八年前场均只有两三千人，到本赛季3场上座超3万人，11个主场平均上座人数超过25000人， 越来越多的浙江球迷对足球运动的支持和参与，都汇聚在了黄龙东看台这幅巨大的"ZHEJIANG"tifo之 中。 200人彻夜筹备，2.5万片拼图藏着球迷的匠心 本场比赛之后，除了关于比赛的相关报道，这幅黄龙历史上首个大型拼图式助威tifo也成为各大平 台流传的焦点。很多人不知道的是，为了完成这项工程，绿魂和旗帜两个浙江绿城球迷协会，早早就做 好了准备工作，在比赛前一天的半夜完成了所有的看台布置工作。 赛前，绿魂相关负责人刘闯告诉记者，这次的拼图式tifo将覆盖黄龙东看台上下两层大约2.5万个座 席，制作花费的3万元由参与这次工作的球迷组织均摊。准备图纸、改稿、下单材料就用了将近一个月 时间。 比 ...

Group 1 - The cost of being a sports fan in the U.S. has significantly increased, with expenses rising from approximately $1,321 in 2004 to $4,785 today, marking a 262% increase, while wages have only increased by 87% [1] - The shift in the operation of professional sports leagues from community-focused entities to profit-driven asset managers has been driven by the rise of streaming services, which began around 2010 [2] - The fragmentation of sports broadcasts across various platforms has made it difficult for fans to follow their favorite teams, with average ticket prices for sports events rising at twice the rate of overall inflation from 1999 to 2020 [3] Group 2 - The average ticket price for sports events has increased by 19.5% from May 2023 to May 2025, making it one of the fastest-growing categories tracked by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics [3] - The current business model of sports leagues has led to a concentration of wealth among major teams, while smaller market teams face significant challenges [3] - Proposed solutions include legislative changes to limit streaming fees and ensure local games are not blacked out, as well as designating key events for free broadcast [3]