footballsoccer

Footballsoccer, commonly known as football internationally and soccer in some regions, is a team sport for two squads of eleven players. The modern game emerged in 19th-century Britain, with the Football Association codifying rules in 1863. The term soccer comes from association football, a nickname that persisted where other codes are played.

The game is played on a rectangular pitch with a goal at each end. The aim is to score by getting the ball into the opponent’s net. Players (except goalkeepers) may not handle the ball. Matches are two 45-minute halves with stoppage time. The Laws of the Game, governed by IFAB, cover fouls, offside, substitutions, and disciplinary actions.

Global governance is led by FIFA, which runs the World Cup. Continental confederations—UEFA, CONMEBOL, AFC, CAF, CONCACAF, OFC—organize regional competitions. Domestic leagues and cups exist worldwide, from professional to amateur levels.

Equipment includes a size-5 ball, circumference 68–70 cm, weight 410–450 g, inflation 0.6–1.1 atmospheres (roughly 8.5–16 psi). The field length for international matches typically ranges 100–110 m by 64–75 m. Goal dimensions are 7.32 m by 2.44 m.

The sport’s name varies by region; football is common globally, while soccer is used in a few countries. It enjoys widespread participation across genders and ages and maintains a large global following through clubs, national teams, and major tournaments.