Football

Football, known as soccer in some countries, is a team sport played between two teams of eleven players each. The objective 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. Players primarily use their feet to control, pass, and shoot the ball. The game is played on a rectangular field, known as a pitch, with a goal at each end.

Football is governed by a set of rules known as the Laws of the Game, established by the International Football Association Board (IFAB). It is one of the most popular sports worldwide, with billions of fans and players. Competitions range from local amateur leagues to prestigious tournaments such as the FIFA World Cup, which features national teams from around the globe.

The sport emphasizes teamwork, strategy, and physical fitness, attracting players of all ages and skill levels. Football’s widespread appeal is enhanced by its simplicity, as it can be played in various environments, from professional stadiums to informal street games.