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

Of course for this discipline can make a bet in a bookmaker's office. Shortly introduce history of football.

Development of game

Football originated several centuries BC. Disciplines with a ball in demand among inhabitants of many states. They were used in:
• Asian countries;
• Ancient Greece;
• Ancient Rome.
Italians improved sport. During the Middle Ages they introduced to the world the game "Calcio". With the growth trade relations, it came to England. Interest in sport formed instantly. By Popularity "Calcio" surpassed cricket.

Severe discipline

Interest public appeared naturally. Discipline captivated with its dynamics. Passion on the field were significant. Such a scenario allowed norms of football:
1. 2 teams.
2. 25 people each.
3. 15 forwards.
4. Right to fight.
English made own norms. At first game didn't unify. In some places allowed to throw projectile with hands, in others it was forbidden.
The first attempt to unification occurred in 1846. Conditions demanded momentary response. Representatives from different colleges entered the field on the field during the competition. Each athlete acted in accordance with known to himnorms. Result did not inspire positive development of events. However, athletes were fix a single regulations.
Starting unification became positive. Participation viewers increased. As a result in Great Britain formed the first specialized club. Roster named "Sheffield". It happened in 1857.
After 6 years appeared The Football Association of England. Organization immediately created a standard set of rules games.

Phased improvement

Gradually discipline improved. Created conditions for the stadium. Standardized dimensions of the gate.
Significant time became 1871. At that time originated the FA Cup. Championship - oldest in the world.
1891 - year appearances in football penalty. However, from current this standard different. Today take penalties from fixed spot. Earlier moment was done from the line.
Game evolved. Interest grew. As a result in the 1880s, the number of teams passed over a hundred. Among the public began arise rumors. Some athletes felt that certain teams give players salary. At that time disciplines could be exclusively amateur. According to the results norms changed. They introduced a clause prohibiting athletes to receive remuneration.
Began wave slander. Lineups accused each other. Some clubs left the championship. After time requirement postponed.

International development

Growth of trade accelerated penetration of discipline to other countries. As a result sport became regulated at the international level. FIFA originated in 1904. At the start organization included 7 countries.
Standard norms clothing was. Football Players was required to wear:
• headdress;
• shoes;
• long stockings;
• pants.

Standard established later. For the first time athletes played without license plates. They arose only in 1939.
First international championship held in 1900. Discipline added to the Olympic Games. Participated only England, France, Belgium.
Football flourished in the 1950. On the planet started playing Pele, Yashin and other players.