Soccer

History of Soccer Origin of soccer goes as far back as 2500 B.C. Soccer history began mid- nineteenth century. developed in England

History Continued The Chinese – Played “Tsu Shu,” 2500BC The Japanese – Played “Kemary,” 50 BC

The English 8 th Century Soccer 1904 Soccer

Field Positions Goal Keeper Defenders Mid-Fielders Forwards

Portuguese Famous Soccer Players Cristiano Ronaldo M.United Luis Figo Inter Milão

Why Play Soccer? Can be Played anywhere Cheap No equipment Need only a ball Very easy to learn the basics

2007 – Soccer Players

Portugal & USA Sport Comparison

Arguments Against Soccer Violent Sport Boring No skills involved 24 people after a ball no score! Bad for the Knees

What is your opinion? Can you name three Portuguese soccer players? Do we have racism in soccer? What can we do to stop violence in soccer? Do you consider lucrative a soccer career? Would you consider one?

References My-youth-soccer-guide – Soccer History In Brief Overview, retrieved on July 24 th, 2007 from, BBC News – Analysis: Soccer violence and international problem, retrieved on July 24 th, 2007 from,

Presentation completed by: Carina Castanheira Portuguese Class Teacher: Mr. Almeida Topic Sports-Soccer 2007