Football is the most popular disciplinein the
world. Interest massive. Hundreds of millions of people watch matches of favorite teams.
Demand rising constantly.

Of course for the specified sport can make a bet at bookmakers.
Shortly tell development of football.

Development of game

Football appeared in antiquity. Games with a ball were popular among citizens of many countries.
They were applied in:
• Asian countries;
• Ancient Greece;
• Ancient Rome.
Italians improved discipline. During the Middle Ages they introduced
to the world the game "Calcio". With the development of
trade, it came to England. Interest in sport formed instantly.
By Level of Interest "Calcio" beaten cricket.

Severe discipline

Interest public appeared not by chance. Game captivated with its dynamism.
Battles on the field occurred significant. Such a
scenario allowed rules of football:
1. 2 squads.
2. 25 athletes each.
3. 15 offensive players.
4. Right to fight.
English made own rules. At first game didn't unify.
In some places allowed to throw ball with hands,
in others it was forbidden.
The first attempt to standardization was made in 1846.
Cases wanted momentary response. Representatives from different colleges entered the field on the
field as part of the tournament. Each athlete acted in accordance with known to
himnorms. Outcome did not inspire optimism. However, players managed
to create a single set of rules.
First unification became positive. Attention viewers increased.
According to the results in Great Britain formed the first specialized club.
Roster renamed "Sheffield". It happened in 1857.
In 1863 formed The Football Association of England. It quickly adopted
a standard code of rules of football.

Modern outline

Gradually discipline developed. Created requirements for the stadium.
Approved dimensions of the gate.
Significant time is 1871. At that time originated the FA Cup.
Championship - oldest in the class.
1891 - year appearances in football kick from 11 meters.
However, from modern this strike is. Today shoot penalties
from point. Earlier penetration was done from the
line.
Discipline evolved. Love grew. According to the results in the 1880s, the number of clubs exceeded 100 pieces.
Among the public began arise rumors. Many athletes felt that certain teams
give players salary. In those days sports could be only amateur.
According to the results rules changed. They added a
clause prohibiting athletes to receive remuneration.
Started sequence denunciations. Teams accused each other.
Some clubs left the league. Later requirement cancelled.

International development

Growth of trade increased penetration of discipline to other countries.

Following the results game became regulated at the supranational level.
FIFA appeared in beginning of the last century.
At first association consisted of 7 countries.
Unified requirements clothing did not exist. Players required to wear:
• hat or top hat;
• shoes;
• elongated stockings;
• pants.

Normal established later. For the first time athletes played without
numbers. Notation appeared only in 1939.
First international tournament held in 1900. Football included to the Olympic Games.
Participated only 3 teams.
Football flourished in the middle of the last century.
On the planet started playing high class stars.