During the 19th century, working class people were looking for new ways to spend their leisure time. These workers were attracted to the game of football. They wanted a professional system that would reward them for their efforts and help them avoid injury. The game’s development was closely tied to the industrialization and urbanization of Victorian Britain.
The goal of the game is to pass the ball from one team’s end zone to the other’s. The offensive team is usually given four attempts to gain 10 yards. If the offense succeeds in doing so, the team will receive a bonus and score extra points. The offense is then awarded four more chances to gain another 10 yards.
The offensive team can also receive a penalty kick. These are taken anywhere inside the penalty area. The offensive team may also receive an extra point if the ball is kicked through the goal post.
The ball is a large, oval-shaped ball that is thrown or dribbled. Depending on the size of the team, there may be a lot of players on the field at one time.
The offensive team may also have an additional player on the field who is assigned the duty of catching the ball. If the ball is thrown or dribbled into the end zone, the team receives a touchdown. If the ball is not thrown or dribbled into one of the end zones, the team may receive a field goal.