History of Football: The Beautiful Game
This series is full of footage and interviews covering every aspect of the game, but what it does do is focus quite strongly on the true history. What this means is that it looks at the origins of the game right through to how this popular sport has affected history in general. The impact the game has had on the world's history is quite astounding, from being responsible for starting a war to being used as a political tool for many of the world's most historical figures.
Cast: Terence Stamp
Season 1
13 episodes
- 1. OriginsThe origins of the game: it looks at the various possible beginnings from many different nations including China, Mexico, Japan and Italy. Many countries lay claim to being the inventors of the sport and many can prove very early forms, some of these are still re-enacted to this day.CC1 h 0 minSep 23, 2002
- 2. Football CulturesThe varying cultures and how they have developed the same basic game to incorporate their own cultural diversity.CC1 h 0 minSep 24, 2002
- 3. Evolution Of The European GameHow football took its shape in Europe.CC1 h 0 minSep 25, 2002
- 4. European SuperpowersThis episode looks at the clubs that have become the big powers in European football.CC1 h 0 minSep 26, 2002
- 5. BrazilConsidered by many to be the most prolific nation in football terms, this episode looks at the South Americans and their impact on the game.CC1 h 0 minSep 27, 2002
- 6. South American SuperpowersThis episode looks at the South American region and goes into great detail of its history.CC1 h 0 minSep 28, 2002
- 7. For Club And CountryThe first topic of focus in this episode is the French and how they have recently become a force in world football, since their memorable win on home soil in the 1998 World Cup. How playing for a club can sometimes conflict with international duty as clubs have tried for many years to restrict their players participating in international matches through fear of injury.CC1 h 0 minSep 29, 2002
- 8. The Dark SideThe general perception of the public around the world is that football fans are hooligans and racists and this episode shows some examples of why this perception is held.CC1 h 0 minSep 30, 2002
- 9. SuperstarsThe general public who have no idea about football will still be aware of some of the biggest names in the game the superstars. Names such as Maradona, Pele and Ronaldo are instantly recognisable.CC1 h 0 minOct 1, 2002
- 10. The MediaThe football media and how they are both needed for the game and at times its worst enemy. Without the media the game would never reach the world audience that it does or create as much interest. The bad side is when they publicise football violence, drug scandals and the like. How media effects the players. Early forms of media are also covered, along with the importance of radio before television made such an important impact.CC1 h 0 minOct 2, 2002
- 11. AfricaThe growth of football in Africa. It covers how the game was first introduced and the changes it has undergone over the years.CC1 h 0 minOct 3, 2002
- 12. A Game For AllThe history of FIFA, covering its inception 1904. It looks at the rule of Jules Rimet as president from 1921 until 1962 and the reign of Stanley Rous until replaced by Havelange in 1974. How FIFA grows with the aid of big business and the politics that accompany its growth.CC1 h 0 minOct 4, 2002
- 13. FuturesWhat does the future hold for football? Will it remain the dominant sport? This episode looks at the continued growth in countries such as China, India, the Middle East, Korea and Japan, all hugely populated areas with a hunger for football.CC1 h 0 minOct 5, 2002
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History of Football: The Beautiful Game
This series is full of footage and interviews covering every aspect of the game, but what it does do is focus quite strongly on the true history. What this means is that it looks at the origins of the game right through to how this popular sport has affected history in general. The impact the game has had on the world's history is quite astounding, from being responsible for starting a war to being used as a political tool for many of the world's most historical figures.
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- Terence Stamp
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