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The history of football goes back a long way and started with people playing the game with all kinds of instruments before a ball ever came along. It is one of the most popular games in the world and many people choose to watch games live as well as on television in order to be part of the fun.

The game is played with 22 players; 11 on each team. The lineup will often consist of a four-four-two formation with a goal keeper behind the back four. Professional teams will play games for 90 minutes with two 45 minute halves.

Additional time will be added onto the game for any injuries incurred during a match and games will go into extra time and penalties if the game is still a draw and a winner needs to be decided.

Famous players throughout the years include David Beckham and George Best and well known teams that are supported by people from around the world include Real Madrid, AC Milan, Inter Milan, Manchester United, Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal. England is one of the most famous countries for hosting great football matches as is Spain, Italy and Brazil.

There is a lot of money involved in the beautiful game and players and managers can earn a lot of money. Traditional match days in the UK is a Saturday and some games are played on a Sunday, Monday night and mi-week. National holiday times are also often hosts to football matches in the UK.