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According to historical reports, there is said to be having similarities between Rugby and Football in the way that both the games include running to the end line to score. There is also reports saying that in the 1820's, Princeton students played something like that. The rules consisted of using the hand or feet to carry the ball to the opposing goal. Also later in 1860, there are records of students in Harvard playing the game similarly. When Harvard began playing football, it was known to be caled "Bloody Monday". It earned the name because it was played on the said date and was very physical.
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Why does the term 'Association Football' Not appear in the description of the Category 'Football - Soccer'?
It does appear in the description, ..the game is sometimes known as 'Association Football' to distinguish it from other football games like..
When did the India football team first appear in the Olympics?
That was the 1948 Games in London. France defeated India, 2-1. to eliminate them from medal competition.
Who was the first country to play football?
Many countries and cultures have historically played games similar to modern football, including Greece, China, Japan, Rome, Britain, many parts of Africa, and the Americas. Modern association football rules appear to have originated in England, starting as an effort to standardize the game played in schools.Gridiron football (not futbol or soccer) was actually born in Canada by British soldiers against civilians in a game in Toronto on November 9, 1861. It has been modified since then and includes Canadian and American football.
Soccer vs football?
It depends on what you mean by soccer vs football. If you are referring to the beautiful game. Most countries and territories call it football or something similar to the name. However, some countries say soccer(Association Football) because they have other sports or versions of football, such as American Football, Canadian Football, Australian Football, Gaelic Football and Rugby Football.
Which was invented first American football or English Football?
English Football
