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Soccer

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By: Andrew

1. Introduction pg. 1

2. History of Soccer pg. 2

3. People Associated with Soccer pg. 3

4. Soccer equipment pg. 4

5. Positions pg. 5

6. About the field pg. 6

7. Rules pg. 7

8. Work Cited pg. 9

Table of Contents:

1. Introduction pg. 1

2. History of Soccer pg. 2

3. People Associated with Soccer pg. 3

4. Soccer equipment pg. 4

5. Positions pg. 5

6. About the field pg. 6

7. Rules pg. 7

8. Work Cited pg. 9

Introduction

The game of soccer is a team sport where two groups of 11 players face off on a grass or artificial turf field to attempt to score a greater number of goals than the other team. The two teams try to perform foot skills that will get past the other team's defenses and goalie to score. Different formations can be taken on in order to maximize chances of success. Team spirit on and off the field is a crucial part of the game, and coaches stress the importance of proper sportsmanship.

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The game of soccer is played all around the world, but where did it get its start? People began to play games similar to this beloved sport in China in the 3rd century B.C. Soccer was played in ancient Mesoamerica as a replacement for war. Occasionally, the losers of these sacred games were sacrificed. The game was transformed into a formal sport in England in the 1800s. The FIFA World Cup is a soccer event where various countries compete in soccer matches. The event is hosted by a different country each time it takes place. The first official FIFA World Cup was hosted by Uruguay in 1930. This competition also took place in 1934 and 1938, and has now occurred every 4 years since 1950.

History of Soccer

The game of soccer is played all around the world, but where did it get its start? People began to play games similar to this beloved sport in China in the 3rd century B.C. Soccer was played in ancient Mesoamerica as a replacement for war. Occasionally, the losers of these sacred games were sacrificed. The game was transformed into a formal sport in England in the 1800s. The FIFA World Cup is a soccer event where various countries compete in soccer matches. The event is hosted by a different country each time it takes place. The first official FIFA World Cup was hosted by Uruguay in 1930. This competition also took place in 1934 and 1938, and has now occurred every 4 years since 1950.

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People Associated with Soccer

Soccer is a team sport where many different people unite to make the game run smoothly. The players compete until the very end of the match, which makes the game enjoyable for both themselves and the 'fans'. However, these players are given prior instruction on what to do and what not to do along with formations by their coaches. The referees are an important part of the game as well, for they acknowledge penalties and watch the game carefully to ensure that everything is under control.

The players who participate in soccer wear cleats to make the ball maneuver with more control than with regular sneakers. The shin guards are needed to protect your shins with the ball or cleats that may come in contact with them. The ball itself is a vital piece of equipment that is composed of pentagons and hexagons, and the players move the ball using their cleat-bound feet in a controlled way, known as dribbling. The goal is also used in soccer. The goal is protected by a single goalie (or keeper), and the way to score is by inserting, or 'shooting', the ball into the goal.

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