Soccer

Soccer is a team sport played between two teams, typically consisting of eleven players each, on a rectangular field with a goal at each end. The objective of the game is to score goals by getting a spherical ball into the opposing team’s goal using primarily the feet, although players can also use their heads and torsos to control the ball. The game is governed by a set of rules known as the Laws of the Game, established by the International Football Association Board (IFAB).

Soccer is the most popular sport globally, known as football in most countries outside of North America. The game is played at various levels, including professional, amateur, and recreational. Major international competitions include the FIFA World Cup and continental tournaments such as the UEFA European Championship and the Copa América. Soccer emphasizes teamwork, strategy, skill, and athleticism, making it a significant cultural phenomenon and a source of entertainment worldwide.