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Jules Rimet (left) was president of the French football federation and FIFA at the time of the first World Cup. The original World Cup trophy was named in his honor. The trophy itself had a rocky history: During World War II, Ottorino Barassi, an official of the Italian Football association, hid it in a shoe-box under his bed. Later, it was stolen during a public exhibition just before the 1966 World Cup Final, then recovered and stolen again, seventeen years later in Brazil. It hasn't been found seen since and many speculate that it may have been melted.
Modern Era
Soccer, as we know it today, was molded during the 1960s. Increased media coverage and TV broadcasts made the game far more popular than it ever was. Commercial air flight replaced traveling by ship, which made it more efficient to conduct international matches.
* http://www.expertfootball.com/history/soccer.php
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At what age did Mia Hamm start playing soccer for the National Women Soccer Team?
at age 15,
What sports are played in Paris France?
Soccer!
When did Briana Scurry start playing soccer?
She started playing soccer when she saw a flyer for a team around 4th grade, she played with all boys. Briana played goalie because the coach thought it was a OK position for a girl to play, and none of the boys wanted to play it.
What things popular in France?
Tennis and football (soccer).
How long has ronaldihno been playing soccer?
Ronaldihno has been playing soccer since 1998 in the year 1999 he joined F.C.B . He has played soccer for 8 years till now.
When should you start playing soccer?
You could start playing soccer in whatever age you wanna play it. Ok. So no worries.
When did fabregas start playing soccer?
at 7
When did Italy start playing soccer?
1934
Where did chicharito start playing soccer?
Mexico
When did England first start playing soccer?
1891
When did francesco totti start playing soccer?
3
Is 13 to old to start playing soccer?
yes
Is France playing in the womens world cup soccer?
It participated in 2003 and 2007
Is alex Morgan a good soccer player?
She did not start playing club soccer until she was 14.
When did Fernando Torres start playing soccer?
Age of five
When did Alex Morgan start playing soccer?
At the age of 14
When did Leah fortune first start playing soccer?
2005
