On Boys and Pigs #1: Respect is for those who own it | UOL Esportes Stories

Sick of the violence and humiliation suffered during Palmeiras matches, a group of boys from São Paulo's west zone got together and founded the supporters' group Mancha Verde, winning respect in stadiums. But the label "pig" made the palmeirenses take offense. Led by president Cleofas Sóstenes, aka Cleo, they came up with a strategy: to adopt live pigs as mascots and turn this offense into pride. The animal became the ultimate symbol of Palmeiras supporters, making Cleo the most beloved supporter among Palmeiras fans - and the most hated one among its rivals.