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We do not know where exactly soccer came from, but Romans played many games much like soccer. When Rome conquered England, and when they adopted Roman customs they learned what they call football. It is estimated to be first played in Derby, England 217 A.D. |
| For centuries, many continued to play football. In this game you can only advance the ball with your torso, feet, or head. But in 1823 another game was made, "rugby". In this game players can pick up and throw the ball. |  |
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The London Football Association was formed against rugby. The members wanted to continue playing with the original rules. The name was later shortened to assoc. Then, changed to soccer. Today the original game is played by more than 1.92 people in America. |  |
