The Evolution of Football

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What was the reason for the decline in the status of football during the 19th century?

  • The popularity of rugby
  • Lack of interest from the working class
  • The establishment of standardized rules
  • Industrialization and urbanization (correct)

When was the Football Association (FA) formed?

  • 1843
  • 1863 (correct)
  • 1870
  • Medieval times

What was the reason for rugby remaining outside the FA?

  • Rugby was not popular at the time
  • Rugby had a different set of rules, including handling the ball (correct)
  • The FA did not want rugby to be a part of it
  • The FA did not allow any other sports to be a part of it

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Study Notes

  • Modern football originated in Britain in the 19th century.
  • "Folk football" was played before medieval times with few rules.
  • Industrialization and urbanization reduced leisure time for the working class and undermined the game's status.
  • Football became a winter game between residence houses at public schools.
  • Each school had its own rules, making it difficult for players to continue playing at university.
  • In 1843, an attempt was made to standardize and codify the rules of play at the University of Cambridge.
  • In 1863, the Football Association (FA) was formed and printed rules were established, prohibiting carrying the ball.
  • Rugby remained outside the FA because of its handling game.
  • By 1870, all handling of the ball except by the goalkeeper was prohibited by the FA.
  • The text also includes a brief mention of Usain Bolt breaking the world record in the Men's 200m Final at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

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