The first Italian ultras groups were formed in 1951, including the Fedelissimi Granata of Torino. One country closely associated with the ultras movement is Italy. But the first supporters' groups in the world formed to produce violence were barras bravas, originated in Argentina in the 1950s. The group is often cited as the oldest torcida style group in Europe. Inspired by the torcidas and the colourful scenes of the 1950 World Cup, supporters of Hajduk Split formed Torcida Split on 28 October 1950. Supporters groups of a nature comparable to the ultras have been present in Brazil since 1939, when the first torcida organizada was formed (although these groups began to focus on violence in the 1970s). The level of dispute and confusion is aided by a contemporary tendency (mainly in Europe) to categorise all groups of overtly fanatical supporters as ultras.
The origin of the ultras movement is disputed, with many supporters groups from various countries making claims solely on the basis of their dates of foundation.
In recent decades, the culture has become a focal point for the movement against the commercialisation of sports and football in particular. In some instances, this goes to the point where the passionate and loyal support of one's team becomes secondary to the theoretical ideology of the ultras phenomenon. The actions of ultras groups are occasionally extreme and they may be influenced by racism and political ideologies, including avowedly nationalist and violent ones. The frequent use of elaborate displays in stadiums is also common. The behavioural tendency of ultras groups includes their use of flares (primarily in tifo choreography), vocal support in large groups and the displaying of banners at football stadiums, all of which are designed to create an atmosphere which encourages their own team and intimidates the opposing players and their supporters. The term originated in Italy, but is used worldwide to describe predominantly organised fans of association football teams.
Ultras are a type of association football fans who are renowned for their fanatical support.
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