Uživatel:FelicaHermanson

Football is the most famous disciplinein the world. Demand massive. Millions of people watch matches of favorite teams. Attention rising constantly.

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

Development of game

Football originated several centuries BC. Disciplines with a ball were popular among inhabitants of different states. They were applied in:
• Asian countries;
• Sparta;
• on the Apennines.
Italians developed sport. In the 16th century they introduced to the world the game "Calcio". With the development of trade relations, it came to England. Love in discipline formed instantly. By Popularity "Calcio" surpassed cricket.

First rules

Interest among viewers appeared not by chance. Discipline captivated with its dynamics. Passion on the court were significant. Such a scenario allowed rules of football:
1. 2 teams.
2. 25 people each.
3. 15 offensive players.
4. Right to fistfights.
Inhabitants of Foggy Albion created their 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 unification occurred in 1846. Cases wanted immediate response. players from several colleges entered the field on the field during the competition. Each athlete acted in accordance with known to himnorms. Outcome did not inspire optimism. However, players managed to fix a single set of rules.
First standardization turned out positive. Attention public increased. According to the results in England there was the first specialized club. Team renamed "Sheffield". It happened in 1857.
After 6 years formed The Football Association of England. It quickly created a standard set of rules of football.

Phased improvement

Over time the game developed. Created requirements for the field. Approved dimensions of the gate.
Significant time is 1871. Then originated the FA Cup. Tournament - oldest in the world.
1891 - time appearances in football kick from 11 meters. However, from modern this standard different. Now take penalties from fixed spot. Earlier moment was done from the line.
Game improved. Interest grew. According to the results in the 1880s, the number of clubs passed over a hundred. Among the public began to arise rumors. Many players felt that certain teams pay members salary. In those days sports could be only amateur. As a result norms changed. They added a clause prohibiting athletes have a salary.
Began wave slander. Lineups accused each other. Some clubs left the championship. After time norm cancelled.

International development

Development of trade relations increased penetration of discipline to Europe. As a result sport became regulated at the international level. FIFA originated in 1904. At the start organization consisted of 7 countries.
Standard requirements on equipment was. Players required to wear:
• headdress;
• shoes;
• elongated stockings;
• pants.

Normal established later. Initially footballers played without license plates. They arose only in 1939.
Starting international tournament took place at the beginning of the last century. Discipline included to the Olympic Games. Participated only England, France, Belgium.
Football flourished in the 1950. In the world started playing high class stars.