If you were to travel back in time and stumble upon a football match in the 1890,things would not be that unfamiliar.The essence of the game has remained same.However,changing fashions and the availability of new materials have transformed the basic kit,and huge sums of money have been invested in research to produce the most skill-enhancing balls and boots.
BOOTS
Late in the 1800s, before football boots were widely available,some players use their working boots.Today's boots are sleek and colourful compared to the early heavy leather ankle length boots.
TICKET PRICES
A ticket price for early matches were not too much and was costs around one shilling.Now it is very expensive and costs from pound 45 to pound 450.
FOOTBALLS
The first footballs were animals bladders encased in leather.They were laced together with hands and often lost shape while playing. they also becomes very wet during rainy days and knocks off players when they attempt to head the ball.Modern footballs are made from a variety of materials and are coated in plastic to prevent water retention. They are lighter and keeps their shape well.
Monday, May 31, 2010
FOOTBALL NOW AND THEN
MARKS AND SPENCER SUMMER FOOTBALL SHOP
Marks and Spencer is one of the few High street superstores that we have left as over recent years they seem to have been dwindling away.It has over 300 stores throughout the UK and many throughout the world including Pakistan. M&S serve over 10million UK customers a week and has a group turnover of £8 billion.In 2004 they were voted the worlds leading retailer by The Dow Jones which say is quite an accomplishment.
Marks and spencer has open a new department especially for fifa 2010 and is called marks and spencer summer football shop.The good news is that one can wear it any time without waiting for a spport occasion.All items are stylish and going on now a days fashion.
Here are some of their items for more information please visit their website
JOMA FOOTBALL WEARS
Joma football wear are among the world's largest team wear branded specialist.A Spain base football kit creator Joma was founded by Spaniard Fructuoso López and soon gain a huge success.
The fabric they use to manufacture football kits is a Micro-Mesh system, allowing heat and moisture to escape and help in maintaing constant body temperature while playing.
Joma is an official kit supplier of Cardiff city, Derby County and Charlton Athletic and enjoyed a high profile with Sevilla players recently lifting UEFA cup
Top Players
We are talking a lot about the biggest event in history of sports, that is Football World cup 2010. There is a lot going on. Lets have a look at the top players taking part in the 2010 main event.
The ranks are according to previous performance of players and ESPN ranking system. They can change by time during the world cup but for now here are the Top Players.
1) Lionel Messi :-
Country : Argentina
Position : Forward
Age : 22
Lionel Messi one of the best player in football history has achieved all in his young age. He has won just about everything there is to win both individually and in club soccer. He also won the FIFA player of the year award last December.
2) Cristiano Ronaldo :-
Country : Portugal
Position : Midfielder
Age : 25
Ronaldo had a great season with Manchester United. He was the best player in last premier league season. He scored 118 goals and won three premier league titles. He was awarded FIFA footballer of the year in 2008. He is one of the best free-kick taker.
3) Wayne Rooney :-
Country : England
Position : Forward
Age : 24
Rooney is a best finisher in soccer. He proved that by leading the premier league with 23 goals playing with Manchester United. He is an important part of England squad.
4) KAKA
Country : Brazil
Position : Midfielder
Age : 27
Kaka belongs to an upper middle class family. He plays for the club which is a dream for many players. The club of Stars Real Madrid. He is an artistic player who can break down the defense by dribble or pass.
5) Xavi
Country : Spain
Position : Midfielder
Age : 30
Xavi is a player that every team needs. He has high skills. He knows how to unite and use the players in the field. He is well known for his passes and making the player move to the right place and time. He has a great ability to keep the ball.
6) Didier Drogba:
Country : Ivory Cost
Position : Forward
Age : 31
Drogba has a great career record with his club team Chelsea. But unfortunately he do not have a team that can compete with the teams in world cup. So Drogba will not be able to do much in the world cup tournament.
7) Andres Iniesta :
Country : Spain
Position : Midfielder
Age : 25
He is a great player of Barcelona. He is a great assistant to create a steady flow of chances for whoever is lucky enough to be playing in front of him.
8) Fernando Torres :
Country : Spain
Position : Forward
Age : 25
One of the best strikers that Liverpool ever had. He was born to score goals. He is the best supporter to finish the moves into tremendous goals.
Steven Gerrarad :
Country : England
Position : Midfielder
Age 29
Gerrard the lover of Liverpool. He has provided remarkable moments to Liverpool. He is a complete player he can play any where in the field. He is well known for his long distance shots in goal.
10) Michael Essien :
Country : Ghana
Position : Midfielder
Age : 27
He is a great defending Midfielder. He is one main factor to improve the defense power of Chelsea. He is a good long pass expert.
Korea is in trouble
Kawk Korean republic player ruled out from 2010 world cup.
This is due to his knee injure in last match.
KAWK doctor said:
"It will take more than 4 weeks for recovering"
Now Korean coach has make a change in his 23 man scrod.
he chose two different players against KAWK for match...
