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Watch UK Rugby Union and Rubgy League live abroad.

We’re big fans of Football here at Teeveeing, and we know that many of our members are too. Football brings together-live millions of fans worldwide, united in their passion for the beautiful game. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just getting into the sport, there are always interesting facts and trivia to discover. Here we share some of our favorite pieces of football trivia, from the sport’s origins to its modern-day stars, we hope to offer some insights that will deepen your appreciation for this incredible sport.

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Football: A brief history.

Football, also known as soccer in some parts of the world, has a long and fascinating history. Its roots can be traced back to ancient times when various civilizations played ball games with their feet. However, the modern game of football, with standardized rules and regulations, emerged in England the mid-19th century.

The first official football association, the English Football Association (FA), was formed in 1863, and the first official football match was played in the same year. From there, the sport spread quickly throughout the world, and today it is the most popular sport globally.

One specific chapter in the history of UK football is the formation of the Premier League in 1992. Prior to this, the top division of English football was the Football League First Division, which had been in existence since 1888. However, by the late 1980s, the sport had become more commercialized, and the top clubs were looking for ways to generate more revenue.

The solution was the formation of the Premier League, which would be a separate entity from the Football League and would allow clubs to negotiate their own television and sponsorship deals. The first season of the Premier League was played in 1992-93, and it has since become one of the most-watched and lucrative football leagues in the world.

The different types of Football.

  • Association Football (Soccer): This is the most popular form of football worldwide, played with 11 players on each team on a rectangular field with a goal at each end. The objective is to score more goals than the opposing team.
  • Australian Rules Football: This is a sport played with two teams of 18 players each on an oval-shaped field with four posts at each end. The objective is to score points by kicking the ball between the two middle posts.
  • Gaelic Football: This is a sport played with two teams of 15 players each, primarily in Ireland, with the objective of scoring points by kicking or punching the ball over the opposing team’s crossbar.
  • Canadian Football: This is a sport played with two teams of 12 players each, with the objective of scoring points by carrying or kicking the ball into the opposing team’s end zone. Canadian football is primarily played in Canada.
  • Futsal: This is a form of indoor football played with five players on each team. The ball used in futsal is smaller and heavier than a traditional football, and the playing surface is typically a hard court.

Why football is so popular.

Football is a sport that has captured the hearts of people the world over. One of the reasons for football’s popularity in the UK is its long and rich history. The sport has been played in the country for over 120 years, and has been an important part of the country’s cultural and social identity for generations. This historical connection to the sport has created a deep sense of tradition and pride in football among the British people.

Another reason for football’s popularity in the UK is the sheer passion and excitement of the game itself. Football is a fast-paced, action-packed sport that can be unpredictable and thrilling, with moments of drama-live and excitement that keep fans on the edge of their seats. Whether it’s a last-minute goal, a drama-livetic penalty shootout, or a tense match-winning save, football has the power to generate intense emotions and memories that last a lifetime.

Football also creates a deep sense of community. Fans from all walks of life come together-live to support their teams. Whether it’s through the local pub, the stadium, or online forums and communities, football brings people together-live and creates a sense of belonging and shared identity.

The popularity of football in the UK is also helped by the high-quality of the league system, which includes the English Premier League, the FA Cup, and the League Cup. These competitions attract some of the best players in the world, and provide billions of fans tuning in from all over the world, with a high standard of football to watch and enjoy.

UK Football in numbers.

  • The English Football League (EFL) was founded in 1888, making it one of the oldest football leagues in the world. The current structure of the league system in England includes the Premier League at the top, followed by the EFL Championship, EFL League One, and EFL League Two.
  • There are 92 teams that play in the top four tiers of the English football league system. This includes 20 teams in the Premier League, 24 teams in the Championship, 24 teams in League One, and 24 teams in League Two.
  • The Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) is the top league in Scotland and was founded in 2013. It includes the Scottish Premiership, Scottish Championship, Scottish League One, and Scottish League Two.
  • There are a total of 42 teams that play in the SPFL across its four tiers, with 12 teams in the Scottish Premiership, 10 teams in the Scottish Championship, and 10 teams in both Scottish League One and Scottish League Two.
  • As of 2021, the Premier League alone had over 200 registered players from around the world.
  • In the 2020-2021 Premier League season, a total of 1,034 goals were scored over 380 matches, averaging 2.72 goals per game. In the same season, League Two had a total of 1,124 goals over 552 matches, averaging 2.03 goals per game.
  • In 2019, a survey estimated that over 11 million people in the UK were playing football regularly.

Major Football Events in 2023.

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Date
Event
Time
Channel
7th Feb
FA Cup
Sheffield United v Wrexham (7:45pm)
8th Feb
FA Cup
Sunderland v Fulham (7:45pm)
9th Feb
FA Cup
Sunderland v Fulham (4:40pm)
26th Feb
Women’s FA Cup
14:00 Chelsea Women v Arsenal Women
28th Feb
FA Cup
19:45 Fulham or Sunderland v Leeds United
28th Feb
FA Cup
19:30 Leicester City v Blackburn Rovers
28th Feb
FA Cup
19:15 Stoke City v Brighton & Hove Albion
28th Feb
FA Cup
20:00 Bristol City v Man City
1st March
FA Cup
19:55 Wrexham or Sheffield United v Tottenham Hotspur
1st March
FA Cup
19:30 Ipswich Town or Burnley v Sheffield Wednesday or Fleetwood Town
1st March
FA Cup
19:15 Southampton v Luton Town or Grimsby Town
1st March
FA Cup
19:45 Man Utd v West Ham United
5th March
FA Women’s Super League
12:30pm Manchester United Women v Leicester City Women
Sun 5th March 2023
FA Women’s Super League
1:00pm Everton Womens v Aston Villa Ladies
Sun 5th March 2023
FA Women's Championship
14:00 Charlton Athletic Women v Southampton Women
Sun 5th March 2023
FA Women's Championship
2:00pm Manchester City Women v Tottenham Hotspur Women
Sun 5th March 2023
FA Women's Championship
2:00pm Reading FC Women v West Ham Women
Wed 8th March 2023
FA Women's Super League
7:15pm Arsenal Ladies v Liverpool Ladies
Wed 8th March 2023
FA Women's Super League
7:30pm Chelsea Women v Brighton and Hove Albion Women
Sun 12th March 2023
FA Women's Championship
14:00 Sheffield United Women v Crystal Palace Women
Sun 12th March 2023
FA Women's Super League
12:30pm Chelsea Women v Manchester United Women
Sun 12th March 2023
FA Women's Super League
2:00pm Brighton and Hove Albion Women v Manchester City Women
Sun 12th March 2023
FA Women's Super League
2:00pm Liverpool Ladies v Tottenham Hotspur Women
Sun 12th March 2023
FA Women's Super League
3:00pm Leicester City Women v Everton Womens
Sun 12th March 2023
FA Women's Super League
3:00pm West Ham Women v Aston Villa Ladies
Sun 12th March 2023
FA Women's Super League
6:45pm Arsenal Ladies v Reading FC Women
Wed 15th March 2023
FA Women's Super League
7:00pm Tottenham Hotspur Women v Leicester City Women
Sunday 19th March 2023
FA Women's Championship
14:00 London City Lionesses v Bristol City Women
March 23
Euro 2024 Qualifying
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Fri 24th March 2023
FA Women's Super League
7:30pm Everton Womens v Liverpool Ladies
Sat 25th March 2023
FA Women's Super League
3:00pm Tottenham Hotspur Women v Arsenal Ladies
Sat 25th March 2023
FA Women's Super League
5:30pm Manchester United Women v West Ham Women
Sun 26th March 2023
FA Women's Championship
12:00pm Sheffield United Women v Lewes Women
Sun 26th March 2023
FA Women's Super League
12:40pm Manchester City Women v Chelsea Women
Sun 26th March 2023
FA Women's Championship
2:00pm Southampton Women v Bristol City Women
Sun 26th March 2023
FA Women's Super League
2:00pm Reading FC Women v Brighton and Hove Albion Women
Sun 26th March 2023
FA Women's Super League
2:00pm Aston Villa Ladies v Leicester City Women
May 20 – June 11
FIFA U-20 World Cup
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May 31
Europa League Final
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June 3
FA Cup Final
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June 7
Europa Conference League Final
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June 10
UEFA Champions League Final
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June 14 – 18
UEFA Nations League Final
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June 16 – July 16
AFC Asian Cup
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July 20 – August 20
FIFA Women’s World Cup
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August 16
UEFA Super Cup

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