Soccer

Soccer, also known as football in most countries outside North America, is a team sport played between two teams of eleven players each. The objective of the game is to score goals by getting a ball into the opposing team’s net, primarily using any part of the body except the arms and hands. Only the goalkeeper is allowed to handle the ball within a designated area in front of the goal. The game is played on a rectangular field called a pitch, with a goal at each end.

Soccer is governed by a set of rules known as the Laws of the Game, established by the International Football Association Board (IFAB). The sport is played in two halves, each lasting 45 minutes, with a halftime interval. It is one of the most popular sports worldwide, with a significant following and a rich history, including major tournaments like the FIFA World Cup. Soccer emphasizes teamwork, strategy, and skill, making it a dynamic and engaging sport for players and spectators alike.