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Here are some fun facts and trivia about the beautiful game of soccer:

History

The modern version of soccer originated in Britain in the mid-19th century.
The first official rules were published in 1863 by the Football Association in England.
The game was originally called "association football" to distinguish it from other forms of football, such as rugby football.

Global Reach

Soccer is the most popular sport in the world, played by over 3.5 billion people.
The FIFA World Cup is the most widely viewed sporting event in the world, with over 3.2 billion people watching the 2018 tournament.
The top five countries in terms of soccer popularity are Brazil, Spain, Germany, Italy, and Argentina.

Rules

A soccer game is divided into two 45-minute halves, with a 15-minute halftime break.
Each team has 11 players on the field, including a goalkeeper.
The objective is to score more goals than the opposing team by kicking or heading the ball into the opponent's goal.

Famous Players

Lionel Messi is widely regarded as one of the greatest soccer players of all time, with six Ballon d'Or awards.
Cristiano Ronaldo is another all-time great, with five Ballon d'Or awards.
Diego Maradona is a legendary Argentine player who led his country to World Cup victory in 1986.

Tournaments

The FIFA World Cup is the most prestigious international soccer tournament, held every four years.
The UEFA Champions League is the top club competition in European soccer, featuring the best teams from the continent.
The Copa America is the top international tournament for national teams in South America.

Fun Facts

The fastest recorded goal in professional soccer was scored by Turkish player Hakan Sukur in 2002, just 11 seconds into the game.
The highest attendance at a soccer match was 199,854 at the Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 1950.
The most successful soccer team in terms of international titles is Brazil, with five World Cup victories.

I hope you enjoyed these fun facts and trivia about soccer!