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Introduction From humble beginnings in muddy English fields to billion-dollar stadiums packed with fans from every corner of the world, football’s journey over the last 135 years has been nothing short of extraordinary. The beautiful game has evolved into a global phenomenon, shaping cultures, inspiring legends, and uniting nations. This is the story of how football transformed from boots to billionaires. The Early Days (1890–1930) The roots of modern football can be traced to 19th-century England. By the 1890s, organized leagues like the English Football League had begun shaping competitive structures. Rules were formalized, and clubs started to gain loyal local followings. Football spread rapidly across Europe and South America, fueled by British influence and colonial trade routes. The formation of FIFA in 1904 marked the start of international governance, and by 1930 , the first FIFA World Cup was held in Uruguay. It was a sign of football’s growing global ambitions. The Golden Ag...