American Football

American Football is a team sport played primarily in the United States, characterized by two teams competing to advance an oval-shaped ball into the opposing team’s end zone to score points. The game is played on a rectangular field with goalposts at each end. Teams consist of 11 players on the field at a time. The primary objective is to score touchdowns by either carrying the ball into the end zone or catching it in the end zone, while also being able to score points through field goals and extra points after touchdowns.

American Football features distinct roles for players, including positions for quarterbacks, running backs, receivers, linemen, and defensive players, each with specific responsibilities. The game is divided into four quarters, with teams alternating between offense and defense. Strategies and plays are fundamental to the game, and it involves intricate tactics for both scoring and preventing the opposing team from scoring.

The sport is governed by formal rules and regulations, with professional leagues such as the National Football League (NFL) being prominent in popular culture, while college football also enjoys a significant following. American Football has a rich history, evolving over time from earlier forms of football and rugby-style games.