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Cambridge rules set up in 1848 to try and get some organisation into the game. Rules not very detailed. FA set up in 1863 FA sets up rules which have been followed to this day FA Cup proposed in 1871 Size of ball settled in 1872 Referee's whistle introduced 1876 Football League set up 1888 Goal Nets invented 1891-2
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When did soccer really start?
At least 1200 years ago - in the 8th century (maybe earlier) in England. In the mid-19th century (160 years ago) in England the rules were standardised as Association Football (soccer).
Did the Minoans invent soccer?
Ancient soccer was invented in China as military exercises in the 2nd century BC. Modern soccer was invented in England in the 19th century.
Where was the first soccer rule made?
The first set of rules for soccer were made by the London Football Association in 1863.
How old is the sport of football?
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.
The year soccer was invented?
Officially, in mid-19th century, unofficially in the Middle Ages in England.
