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THE HISTORY OF FUTBOL Futbol also known as soccer in the USA, is the most popular sport in the world. Its history is very interesting compare to the rest of the sports in the world. Early evidence of futbol being played as a sport in China during the 2nd and 3rd centuries BC. In China. People dribbled leather balls by kicking it into a small nets. Some facts point to Kyoto in Japan where kicking of ball was a popular sport. Some amusing facts even mention that the first ball used was the head of some Danish brigand.

It wasn't till England started taking interest in the sport and gave the game its rules. The main goal was to dribble the ball to the other side of the field and get it inside the opponent's net. People grew so fond of the game that they would play and practice on the field all day long. Sometimes the competition grew so fierce that there were frequent incidents of violence during the game. due to this,King Edward III banned Futbol in 1365. In 1424 King James I of Scotland stated in the Parliament— "Na man play at the Fute-ball"

about the game The game consist of 2 team with 11 players on each team. The team is usually up of 4 defenders, 4 midfielders, 2 fowards/strikers and 1 goalkeeper. The game last 90 minutes, which is split in two halves. If the game were to end in a draw, two 15 minute halves would be provided, as well as a penalty shootout. A penalty shootout is when each player from each team gets a one on one with the goalkeeper. First one to score 5 goals, wins the game. Futbol can be played on either grass or artificial turf. The field must be rectangular in shape, with a minimum 90 meters, maximum 120 meters and in width minimum 45meters, maximum 90 meter.

Players Equipment All players are required to wear a jersey, shorts, shin guards, socks and cleats. Shin Guards lower the risk of getting an injury. The socks must entirely cover the shin guards. If the referee deems a player’s equipment unsatisfactory, the player can be sent off until the issue is remedied. Not all cleats are the same, futbol cleats are specifically design for fubotl. The shape of the boot is made to give the player a better touch and control of the ball.

Each player gets a number jersey which usually stands for how skilled is the player. The number 10 is for the most skilled, play-maker of the team. Number 9 is given to the striker, the goal scorer of the team. usually the both players have good chemistry which is good for the team since they know how they play