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Soccer dates back to the second century B.C. where the Chinese and Mesoamerican cultures are thought to have such a sport. It was first standardized by the Engish in the 19th century outside of taverns.

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Soccer was actually invented in China. First reports of the game can be found in writings dating from around 476 BC.

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English invented official rules in 1863

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