Football is a team sport played between two teams, typically consisting of eleven players each, aimed at scoring goals by getting a spherical ball into the opposing team’s net.
The term “football” can refer to various codes of the sport, including association football (soccer), American football, Canadian football, and rugby football, among others. In association football, players primarily use their feet to control and kick the ball, while in American and Canadian football, players advance an oval ball by passing or running with it.
The game of football is governed by a set of rules known as the Laws of the Game, established by the International Football Association Board (IFAB) for association football, or by the respective governing bodies for other codes.
Football is one of the most popular and widely played sports globally, with a vast following and numerous professional leagues and competitions, including the FIFA World Cup, UEFA Champions League, and various domestic leagues. The sport promotes teamwork, physical fitness, and strategic thinking and has a significant cultural impact in many countries.
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