Football

Football, known as soccer in some countries, is a team sport played between two teams of eleven players each. The objective of the game is to score goals by getting a spherical ball into the opposing team’s net using any part of the body except the arms and hands, which are primarily restricted to the goalkeepers. The game is played on a rectangular field called a pitch, with goals at each end.

Football is governed by a set of rules known as the Laws of the Game, established by the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) at the international level. The sport is played both professionally and recreationally across the globe and is one of the most popular and widely followed sports in the world, featuring major tournaments such as the FIFA World Cup and continental competitions.

The game’s essence includes teamwork, strategy, and skill, making it a dynamic and engaging sport enjoyed by millions of players and fans alike. Football has a significant cultural impact and unites people across different regions and backgrounds, promoting values such as fair play and sportsmanship.