Soccer

Soccer, also known as football in most parts of the world, 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. The game is played on a rectangular field with a goal at each end. Players primarily use their feet to maneuver the ball, although they can use other parts of their body except their arms and hands; only the goalkeepers are allowed to handle the ball within their penalty area.Soccer is governed by a set of rules known as the Laws of the Game, which are established by the International Football Association Board (IFAB). The sport is played professionally and at the amateur level around the globe and has a significant following, making it one of the most popular sports worldwide. Major international competitions include the FIFA World Cup, UEFA European Championship, and the Copa América, among others. Soccer emphasizes teamwork, strategy, and skill, with a focus on movement, tactics, and athleticism.