1. By Britani Wilson Soccer November 30, 2009

2. History of Soccer Early versions of soccer can be traced back to ancient times, with the Chinese playing a blunt kicking game back in the second century BC. The modern version of the game was standardized by the English in the 19th century, as they created the Laws of the Game in 1863, the first national team and the first Football Association.

3. Rules

4. Equipment Shinguards Cleats, without a front cleat Correct size ball (3, 4, or 5-depending on age) 2 regulation size goals 4 corner flags