Football is a team sport played between two teams of eleven players each, with the objective of scoring goals by getting a ball into the opposing team’s net. It is known as soccer in some countries, particularly in the United States and Canada, to differentiate it from American football. The game is played on a rectangular field, known as a pitch, with a goal at each end.
The sport is governed by a set of rules known as the Laws of the Game, maintained by the International Football Association Board (IFAB). The game’s popularity spans the globe, making it the world’s most widely followed and played sport. It is characterized by its emphasis on foot skills, dribbling, passing, and tactical play, with players primarily using their feet to move the ball, while the goalkeeper is the only player allowed to use their hands within a designated area.
Football has various formats, including association football (soccer), American football, and others, but the term “football” commonly refers to association football. The sport has a rich history, with numerous professional leagues, international competitions such as the FIFA World Cup, and a massive fanbase worldwide.
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