The most famous sports in England

The most famous sports in England

Football

How to play

History

Important Players

Important Events

Cricket

How to play

History

Important Players

Important Events

Rugby

How to play

History

Important Players

Important Events

Tennis

How to play

History

Important Players

Important Events

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How to play

Players hit a ball from one side to the other over a net with rackets. The objective is to score points by landing the ball inside the opponent's playing area.

History

Modern football originated in England in the 19th century. The Football Association (FA) was founded in 1863, and it established the rules of the game. England was the first on organise a football league. It was called "Football League First Division", know as “English Premier League” since 1992.

Important Events

The Premier League, FA Cup and UEFA Champions League are highlighted competitions in English football.

History

Cricket has a long history in England, since 16th century. It became a popular sport in the 18th century and spread throughout the British Empire.

Important Events

“Wimbledon” is the most important event, but there is also the “British Open” and the “Davis Cup”.

History

Rugby developed in England in the 19th century from football. The Rugby Football Union (RFU) was formed in 1871.

How to play

Two teams compete to get the oval ball into the opponent's end zone by running with it or kicking it.

Important Events

The “Ashes series” (vs Australia) is one of the most followed competitions. There is also the “Cricket World Cup” and the “County Championship”.

How to play

Two teams compete in alternating turns to bat and throw. The objective is to accumulate runs and eliminate the opposite team.

History

Tennis has a long history in England too, with Wimbledon being the oldest tennis tournament in the world, since 1877.

How to play

Two teams compete to score goals by kicking a ball into the opponent's goal. It is played on a rectangular pitch with two goals at each end. There is a referee who applies the rules and keeps order during the match.

Important Players

Martin Johnson, Jonny Wilkinson and Lawrence Dallaglio are some of the legends of English rugby.

Important Events

“The Six Nations”, “Rugby World Cup” and “Premiership Rugby” are highlighted events in English rugby.

Important Players

Fred Perry, Virginia Wade and Andy Murray are some of England's most prominent tennis players.

Important Players

Ian Botham, Geoffrey Boycott and Alastair Cook are some of the greatest names in the history of English cricket.

Important Players

Historically, players such as Bobby Charlton, Gary Lineker and Bobby Moore have been legends of English football. In more recent times, players such as David Beckham, Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane are very famous.