international football

International football, or soccer, is the sport played between national teams representing different countries. Matches are organized by governing bodies like FIFA and continental confederations, culminating in major tournaments such as the FIFA World Cup. The game involves two teams of 11 players competing on a rectangular pitch, aiming to score goals by getting the ball into the opposing team’s net. It emphasizes teamwork, strategy, and skill, with matches typically lasting 90 minutes divided into two halves. International football fosters national pride and cultural exchange, and its global popularity makes it one of the most widely watched sports worldwide.