Why football instead of soccer?

How 'soccer' became an American name for 'football' The different names for the sports began to grow popular across Britain and the world as they spread overseas. Smithsonian Magazine reported that British fans ended up choosing to call the sport “football” in the 1980s due to Americans choosing the word “soccer.”

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What devices can you play football manager on?
Football Manager 2022 Mobile – Video Game – iOS/Android – Official Site.
2024-02-13 18:50:13

Is football older than soccer?
American football was invented in the late 1800s with the first game in 1869, making Soccer much older.
2024-02-04 19:32:13

Who is the king of nutmeg in football?
Lionel Messi is the king of nutmeg in football.
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What is law 14 of football?
When the ball is kicked, the defending goalkeeper must have at least part of one foot touching, in line with, or behind, the goal line. The kicker must not play the ball again until it has [after it has been] touched [by] another player.
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