Soccer

Soccer is a team sport played between two teams of eleven players each, on a rectangular field known as a pitch, with a goal at each end. The objective of the game is to score by getting a spherical ball into the opposing goal. Players primarily use their feet to kick the ball, but they can also use any part of their body except their arms and hands, unless they are the goalkeepers. Matches are typically played in two halves of 45 minutes each, and the team with the most goals at the end of the match wins. Soccer is governed by the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), which organizes international competitions such as the World Cup. It is known for its global popularity and is played recreationally and competitively in many countries around the world. Soccer is characterized by its focus on skill, teamwork, and strategy, making it one of the most widely played and watched sports globally.