The Dog Who Found the World Cup
1966
The stolen Jules Rimet Trophy was discovered by a dog called Pickles shortly before the 1966 World Cup.
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The Introduction of the Penalty Kick
1891
The penalty kick became part of football’s laws in 1891.
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30 November 1872
Scotland and England played the first officially recognised international in 1872.
Read Full Story →The Sheffield Rules Help Shape the Game
1857
Sheffield’s early football code influenced the development of association football.
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