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Football is the most popular disciplinein the world. Interest massive. Millions of people follow matches of favorite teams. Attention rising constantly.

Of course for this discipline can make bets at bookmakers. Quickly introduce development of football.

Development of game

Football appeared in antiquity. Games with a ball were popular among inhabitants of many states. They were applied in:
• Ancient China;
• Sparta;
• Ancient Rome.
Italians improved sport. In the 16th century they introduced to the world the game "Calcio". With the development of trade relations, it came to the United Kingdom. Interest in sport formed instantly. By Popularity "Calcio" surpassed cricket.

First rules

Popularity public appeared not by chance. Game captivated with its dynamics. Passion on the court were significant. Such a scenario allowed rules of football:
1. 2 squads.
2. 25 people each.
3. 15 forwards.
4. Right to fistfights.
Inhabitants of Foggy Albion created own norms. At first game wasn't standardized. In some places allowed to throw ball with hands, in others it was forbidden.
The first attempt to standardization was made in 1846. Conditions wanted momentary response. Representatives from different colleges entered the field on the field during the competition. Each athlete worked in accordance with known to himnorms. Outcome did not inspire optimism. However, athletes were fix a common set of rules.
Starting standardization turned out positive. Participation viewers increased. According to the results in England there was the first special club. Team named "Sheffield". It happened in 1857.
After 6 years formed The Football Association of England. It quickly created a single set of norms of football.

Modern outline

Gradually the game developed. Created conditions for the field. Approved dimensions of the gate.
Important year is 1871. At that time appeared the FA Cup. Tournament - oldest in the world.
1891 - time appearances in discipline kick from 11 meters. However, from current specified standard different. Today shoot penalties from point. Earlier moment was done from the line.
Game improved. Love grew. According to the results in the 1880s, the number of teams passed over a hundred. Among the public began to arise rumors. Some players felt that certain teams give players incentives. At that time disciplines could be only amateur. As a result norms changed. They introduced a clause prohibiting athletes have a salary.
Started wave denunciations. Lineups accused each other. Some clubs left the league. After time requirement postponed.

International development

Growth of trade increased penetration of football to Europe. Following the results game became regulated at the supranational level. FIFA originated in beginning of the last century. At first association included 7 countries.
Unified requirements on equipment did not exist. Players required to wear:
• hat or top hat;
• boots;
• long stockings;
• pants.

Normal entered later. For the first time footballers played without numbers. They appeared only in 1939.
Starting international tournament held in 1900. Football included to the Olympic Games. Participated total England, France, Belgium.
Football flourished in the middle of the last century. On the planet started playing high class stars.