curva

Definition

The bank of seats behind the goal, especially in continental European stadia, where the most dedicated fans sit.

Etymology

Borrowed from Italian curva (“curve”).

Example Sentences

• "The mutual influences (or 'interference') between fans in the curva and political extremism has several dimensions."
• "Legacies of political commitment have influenced the ultras associations in the curvas."
• "Even arriving two hours before the game was not enough to guarantee a seat in the curva."