Management of the Security of Football Matches in Poland: Selected Legal and Organizational Aspects

Purpose: The objective of the article was to conduct analysis and evaluation of selected legal regulations pertaining to the management of safety during football matches, considered as a specific category of mass sporting events. Design/Methodology/Approach: The research conducted for the purposes of this article primarily employed the dogmatic-legal method, which was supplemented by the sociological method and the case study approach. Findings: In light of the objective pursued in this study, it can be concluded that contemporary social transformations, coupled with the dynamic advancement of modern technologies, may constitute both a valuable asset for football match organisers and a potential instrument for individuals aiming to disrupt public order during or within the premises of a mass sporting event. Nonetheless, it should be emphasised that the currently binding legal framework provides adequate and effective mechanisms for preventing and mitigating potential risks associated with the organisation of football matches classified as mass sporting events. Practical implications: The findings of the study facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the specific risks associated with the organisation of football matches designated as mass sporting events, as well as elucidate the significance of the legal regulations governing this domain within the Polish context. Originality/Value: The subject matter addressed in this article is aligned with the contemporary demands stemming from the dynamic transformations in security management within Central and Eastern Europe.