-History of Football-
According to FIFA, football-related games have existed in China since the 3rd century BC. Various types of ball games were also introduced in the Middle Ages of Europe.
In the 19th century, football games in the United Kingdom schools (which had different ways of playing school) became more and more popular. Therefore, the way the game works is also organized. Early laws were introduced to standardize the different ways of playing and to facilitate players. The Football Association was established in 1863 by several football clubs. The association successfully drafted the first formal football law in the world. This law then evolved into today's Football Law.
Currently, the affairs of Football Law are governed by the International Football Association Board. The Board was established in 1886 and has eight members of FIFA, four representatives of the football associations of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. All amendments to the Football Law must be approved by the Board by majority vote.
The popularity of football has increased especially during the 20th century. Today, football has become a lucrative industry through television broadcast rights and ticket sales at stadiums. The game is played on a professional level around the world. Millions of fans usually go to football stadiums to follow their chosen team, while billions of others watch football matches on television. Most players also play football at the amateur level.