The Football Association facts for kids
The Football Association (the FA) is the organization that controls English football.
Formed in 1863, it is the oldest football association in the world. It is responsible for overseeing the amateur and professional game in England and the islands of Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man.
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Images for kids
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Photo of the original hand written 'Laws of the game' for association Football drafted for and behalf of The Football Association by Ebenezer Cobb Morley in 1863 on display at the National Football Museum, Manchester.
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The FA Cup trophy used from 1992 to 2013
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Prince William is the current President of the FA
See also
In Spanish: Asociación Inglesa de Fútbol para niños
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