Crazy History of Football: How the World Cup Began | Easy English Podcast
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While the 2026 World Cup is heating up, discover the shocking true story of how the world’s biggest obsession actually started. Long before modern stadiums, football was a chaotic street game that kings tried to ban! In this episode of the Easy English Podcast, we explore how a violent medieval game managed to evolve into the beautiful sport we love today.
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