"prawn sandwich brigade" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: Coined in the press in reference to a comment by Manchester United captain Roy Keane in 2000: "Away from home our fans are fantastic, I'd call them the hardcore fans. But at home they have a few drinks and probably the prawn sandwiches, and they don't realise what's going on out on the pitch." Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} prawn sandwich brigade
  1. (UK, derogatory) People who attend association football matches (or other sporting events) primarily to enjoy luxury boxes and corporate hospitality, rather than to support a team. Tags: UK, derogatory Categories (topical): Football (soccer)
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