Gaelic Sports
Gaelic Football
One of the most popular spectator sports in Ireland, football (also known as "Gaelic" or "Gah") has been played since the 16th century. The fast, furious, and rough modern game is mainly a mix of soccer and rugby, using a round ball a bit smaller than a soccer ball. Two teams of 15 players battle on a grass pitch, advancing the ball up the field with a combination of carrying, kicking, and hand passing, attempting to knock the ball through the H-shaped goals on either end. Despite the ferocity of the game, the players compete without protective equipment.
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