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Football is the most popular gamein the world. Demand massive. Millions of people watch games of idols. Attention growing constantly.

Of course for the specified sport can make a bet at bookmakers. Shortly introduce development of football.

Development of discipline

Football appeared several centuries BC. Games with a ball were popular among citizens of many states. They were applied in:
• Asian countries;
• Ancient Greece;
• on the Apennines.
Italians developed sport. During the Middle Ages they created the game "Calcio". With the growth trade relations, it came to England. Interest in sport formed instantly. By Level of Interest "Calcio" surpassed cricket.

First rules

Popularity among viewers appeared not by chance. Discipline captivated with its dynamics. Battles on the field were serious. This allowed norms of football:
1. 2 squads.
2. 25 people each.
3. 15 offensive players.
4. Right to fistfights.
English made own norms. At first game wasn't standardized. In some places allowed to throw ball with hands, in others it was forbidden.
The Starting attempt to standardization occurred in 1846. Conditions wanted immediate response. Representatives from several colleges entered the field on the field as part of the tournament. Each player acted in accordance with known to himrules. Outcome did not inspire positive development of events. However, players managed to create a common set of rules.
Starting standardization became positive. Participation public increased. As a result in Great Britain there was the first special club. Team named "Sheffield". It happened in 1857.
After 6 years appeared The Football Association of England. Organization immediately created a single set of norms of football.

Phased improvement

Over time discipline improved. Created requirements for the stadium. Standardized dimensions of the gate.
Important year is 1871. Then appeared the FA Cup. Championship - oldest in the world.
1891 - time appearances in football penalty. However, from current specified strike different. Today take penalties from fixed spot. Earlier penetration was done from the line.
Game improved. Love grew. As a result in the 1880s, the number of clubs exceeded 100 pieces. Among the public began arise rumors. Some athletes felt that a number of rosters give players incentives. In those days sports could be only amateur. According to the results norms changed. They added a clause prohibiting players have a salary.
Started sequence denunciations. Lineups wrote accusations against each other. Some clubs left the league. After time requirement cancelled.

International development

Development of trade relations accelerated penetration of discipline to Europe. As a result game became regulated at the supranational level. FIFA originated in 1904. At first association included 7 countries.
Standard requirements on equipment did not exist. Players was required to wear:
• hat or top hat;
• shoes;
• elongated stockings;
• pants.

Standard established later. Initially athletes played without numbers. They arose only in 1939.
Starting international championship took place in 1900. Discipline included to the Olympiad. Participated total 3 teams.
Football flourished in the 1950. On the planet started playing high class stars.