American Football
Japanese Name:
アメフト
Romaji Name:
amefuto
Description
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American Football (often abbreviated as American Football or Football in the U.S.) is a popular team sport played primarily in the United States, though it is also growing in popularity in other countries. The game involves two teams, each aiming to score points by advancing the ball into the opponent's end zone.
History
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American football evolved in the late 19th century from rugby and soccer in the United States.
The first college football game was played in 1869 between Rutgers and Princeton.
Walter Camp, known as the “Father of American Football,” helped develop key rules in the 1880s.
The sport grew rapidly in colleges before professional leagues were formed.
The NFL (National Football League) was established in 1920.
The Super Bowl, first held in 1967, became a major sporting event in the U.S.
Today, American football is one of the most popular sports in the United States.