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Soccer History Timeline
Explore the key moments that shaped the history of soccer, from its early origins to modern-day triumphs.
206 B.C.: Early Origins in China
"Cuju" was an ancient Chinese game played with a leather ball, and is recognized as one of the earliest forms of soccer.
12th Century: Medieval Football
Football-like games were played in England during the Middle Ages, with large groups kicking a ball through town streets.
1863: The Football Association is Founded
The Football Association (FA) was founded in England, creating the first standardized set of soccer rules and laying the foundation for modern football.
1871: First FA Cup
The FA Cup was introduced in England as the first soccer competition, still held today and known as the oldest football tournament.
1904: FIFA is Founded
FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association) was founded in Paris, uniting soccer under a global governing body.
1930: First FIFA World Cup
Uruguay hosted and won the first FIFA World Cup, marking the beginning of the world's most prestigious international soccer tournament.
1958: Pele's World Cup Debut
At just 17 years old, Brazilian legend Pele made his World Cup debut, leading Brazil to their first-ever World Cup win with 6 goals.
1970: Brazil Wins Its Third World Cup
Brazil became the first team to win the World Cup three times, cementing its place in football history as the best team in the world.
1991: First FIFA Women’s World Cup
China hosted the first-ever FIFA Women’s World Cup, with the US Women's National Team becoming the first champions.
2018: Introduction of VAR
The 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia was the first to use Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology to aid officials in making better decisions during matches.