Soccer is the world's most popular sport. It is played between two teams of eleven players.
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The game is being played in a rectangular field of grass or in a green artificial stuff. The goal is in the center of each of the short ends. The object of the game is to score by driving the ball into the opposing goal. In general play, the goalkeeper is the only player allowed to touch the ball with his hand or arm while the field players use their feet to kick the ball into position, by using their torso or head to intercept a ball in mid air. The team that scores the most by the end of the match wins. If there is a tie between team at the end of the game,their should be a draw declared or the game should have an extra time or a penalty shootout, it depends upon the format of the competition.
GAME PROPER
Each team is led by the captain. The player other than the goalkeeper may not deliberately handle the ball with their hands or arms during the play though they do use their hands during a throw in restart. Although players usually use their feet to move the ball around, they may use any part of their bodies other than their hands or arms. With normal play, all players are free to play the ball in any direction and move throughout the pitch, though the ball cannot be receive in an offside position.
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In typical game, players attempt to create goal-scoring opportunities through individual control of the ball, such as by dribbling, passing the ball to a teammate, and taking shots at the goal. The goal is being guarded by the opposing goalkeeper. Opposing player will try to regain control of the ball by intercepting a pass or through tacking the opponent in possession of the ball; however, physical contact between opponents is restricted. Football is a free-flowing game, with play stopping only when the ball has left the field of play or when play is stopped by the referee. After a stoppage, a play recommences with a specific restart.
Watching soccer/football is so entertaining and enjoyable kind of recreation.
Sources:Association Football
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