A Brief History Of The World Cup

What is all the fuss over the World Cup??

The World Cup was established in 1930 after FIFA’s (Fédération Internationale de Football Association) President realized the success of the Olympic Football Tournament

Uruguay was chosen to host the first World Cup. This was because they offered to pay all the teams expenses.

Uruguay also offered to take on the deficit and divide profit where it was made.

The tournament proved to be a sport success as well as a financial success.

What are the differences beween The World Cup & The Olympics?

The World Cup has more countries involved
Any aged player can participate in The World Cup vs. Olympic teams may only have up to 3 players above the age of 23 years old
Unlike their male counterparts, the female Olympic teams do not have the age restriction
The Olympics are typically played 2 years after The World Cup

World Cup Importance

Former Canadian national team coach stated that, “soccer is a great economic equalizer” that players use to escape poverty

Football removes the boundaries & obstacles
The game is played on every continent
“Language of the World”
It’s more than just a game
It’s a lifestyle, expression

Average rating in the World Cup is 66

Average age is 25

Fun Facts

3.2 billion people tuned into the 2014 World Cup
Almost half of the world’s population

There have been 20 World Cup tournaments
In 1946 the World Cup was postponed

Mexico has the most recorded loses (25)
The winning country is rumoured to see a baby bomb 9 months after the tournament

Most national team jerseys sold in each state! Viva Mexico

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I hope some of you were able to learn one thing atleast.
Tune into the finals!
Cheer on your teams:)

Created By

Gilbert Romero

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