Category: Football

Football, commonly referred to as soccer in some regions, is a team sport played between two teams of eleven players each. It is played on a rectangular field known as a pitch, with a goal at each end. The objective of the game is to score by getting the ball into the opposing team’s goal, which is typically a netted area. Players primarily use their feet to control and move the ball, although they can use any part of their body except their hands and arms – the only exceptions being the goalkeepers, who can handle the ball within their penalty area. The game is governed by the Laws of the Game established by the International Football Association Board (IFAB) and is organized at various levels, ranging from amateur to professional leagues, including international competitions such as the FIFA World Cup. Football is known for its global popularity and is played in nearly every country, fostering a strong cultural significance and community engagement.