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Cambridge Rules were drawn-up in Cambridge University in 1848
Historians have pointed out that games resembling soccer were played in China, Egypt, Japan, and Greece in this period. There were no rules and the players aimed at kicking a ball made of animal skin into a net amidst a lot of pushing and elbowing. These games were played so that the players - most of whom were soldiers - were physically fit in the eventuality of a war. Although, these games more or less resembled soccer, the foundation for modern-day soccer was achieved when the Cambridge Rules -
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History of Soccer
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First World Cup
The First World Cup took place in Uruguay. Uruguay wins it. -
Mia Hamm scored 151st international goal
In a friendly game against Australia on July 21, 2004, Hamm scored her 151st international goal; she has long held the record in that category for any player, male or female. This match also marked her 259th international appearance; only her teammates Kristine Lilly and Christie Rampone have played in more internationals.[ -
David Beckham debuts In MLS
David Beckham - one of the more popular stars in the world - made his debut in an American club, playing for the Los Angeles Galaxy, part of Major League Soccer. -
USA defeated by Japan in World cup
Japan's female soccer team defeated United States in the final of World Cup in Frankfurt. In one of the most thrilling finals in FIFA Women’s World Cup history, the U.S. Women’s National Team twice had leads erased before falling to a spirited Japanese team 3-1 in a penalty kick shootout to finish as runners up in the 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup. -
USA Women's Soccer Wins GOLD
USA players celebrate after defeating Japan 2-1 during the women's soccer gold medal match in the 2012 London Olympic Games at Wembley Stadium.
