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5000 BCE
Han Dynansty
Evidence in China that military forces around 2nd and 3rd century BC (Han Dynasty) played a game, originally named "Tsu Chu", that involved kicking a leather ball stuffed with fur into a small hole. Like Soccer, no hands were permitted during the play of the game. -
Football Association is Formed
Representatives from eleven London clubs and schools meet to establish common rules -
First International Match
Played between Scotland and England -
Penalty Kicked is Introduced
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FIFA is Established
The Federation Internationale de Football Association is formed in Paris, France -
First FIFA World Cup
Thirteen teams participate in Montevideo, Uruguay -
UEFA is Formed
Union of European Football Associations -
UEFA Champions League Begins
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CONCACAF is formed
Confederation of North, Central American, and Caribbean Association Football -
Soccer Legend Pele Retires from International Soccer
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FIFA U-16 World Tournament Introduced
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Diego Maradona/Argentina World Cup
Diego Maradona's stellar individual performance helped Argentina defeat West Germany 3-2 in the final. The tournament also included Maradona's "hand of God" Goal -
First Women's World Cup
USA beats Norway in the final -
First World Cup held in the U.S.A
Also first time it was held outside of Europe or South America. And first World Cup to be decided by penalties -
First World Cup on Asian Soil
Korea and Japan co-host -
First World Cup on African Soil
South Africa hosts
