Who Invented Football? - Part 1 The Cambridge Influence

There were 3 main influences on the development of modern association football. This video examines one of those influences, Cambridge & it's footballers.
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Note: John Marsh played for Mackenzie against Norfolk in the 9th March 1867 Youdan Cup 2nd place play-off match at Bramall Lane (not for Norfolk).

[@merseydave1]

To Conclude you are explaining city and town football bodies before The English National Football Association

[@SheffieldTheHomeofFootball]

Yes Dave because modern football has its roots not in the FA but it largely comes from the organised game played in Sheffield from 1855 unofficially, then 1857 officially with its formal rules in 1858. The Sheffield game quickly evolved into a passing and formations game played across the pitch, not basically rugby with feet which is what the FA game was in the 1860's. From the Sheffield game you get corners, throw-ins, free kicks, passing, heading, crossbar, 11 a side, 90 mins, ball size, the referee, penalties, tournaments, trophies, formational play etc.. Much of this is research done after that video was made and we are about to publish an academic paper through Sheffield University showing all the sources you need to look for. Don't forget, we still play by Sheffield rules today not just FA rules.