Football is the most famous disciplineon the planet. Demand huge. Hundreds of millions of people watch matches of idols. Demand growing planned.

Of course for this discipline can make a bet at bookmakers. Quickly introduce history of football.

Development of game

Football originated several centuries BC. Games with a ball in demand among inhabitants of different countries. They were applied in:
• Asian countries;
• Ancient Greece;
• Ancient Rome.
Italians improved discipline. In the 16th century they created the game "Calcio". With the development of trade, it came to the United Kingdom. Interest in sport formed instantly. By Popularity "Calcio" beaten cricket.

Severe discipline

Popularity among viewers appeared naturally. Discipline captivated with its dynamism. Passion on the field occurred significant. This allowed norms of football:
1. 2 squads.
2. 25 people each.
3. 15 offensive players.
4. Permission to fight.
English created own rules. At first discipline didn't unify. In some places allowed to throw ball with hands, in others it was forbidden.
The Starting attempt to unification was made in 1846. Cases demanded immediate response. Representatives from different colleges entered the field on the field as part of the tournament. Each player acted in accordance with known to himrules. Outcome did not inspire positive development of events. However, athletes managed to create a common regulations.
Starting unification became positive. Participation public intensified. As a result in Great Britain formed the first special club. Roster renamed "Sheffield". It happened in 1857.
After 6 years formed The Football Association of England. Organization quickly created a standard set of rules games.

Modern outline

Over time discipline developed. Created conditions for the field. Approved dimensions of the gate.
Important year is 1871. At that time originated the FA Cup. Tournament - oldest in the world.
1891 - time appearances in discipline kick from 11 meters. However, from modern specified standard different. Now shoot penalties from point. Earlier moment was done from the line.
Game improved. Love grew. As a result in the 1880s, the number of clubs exceeded 100 pieces. Among the public began to arise rumors. Many players felt that certain teams pay members salary. In those days sports could be only amateur. As a result norms changed. They added a clause prohibiting players to receive remuneration.
Started sequence slander. Teams accused each other. Some clubs left the league. After time norm postponed.

Football in other countries of the world

Development of trade relations increased penetration of football to Europe. As a result sport started regulated at the international level. FIFA appeared in 1904. At the start organization included 7 countries.
Unified requirements on equipment was. Players was required to wear:
• hat or top hat;
• boots;
• long stockings;
• pants.

Standard entered later. For the first time footballers played without numbers. They appeared only in 1939.
First international tournament took place in 1900. Football included to the Olympic Games. Participated total 3 teams.
The heyday of the sport occurred in the middle of the last century. In the world started playing Pele, Yashin and other players.