History of fifa world cup
Learn the history of the FIFA World Cup™, from the inaugural event in 1930, all the way up to the kick-off of the 2022 FIFA World Cup™ in Qatar. Find out how the tournament went from being staged in Europe and South America to the truly global event it is today.
Ages: 16-18 Subjects: English, Arabic, Social Studies
Overview
Discover the history of the FIFA World Cup™, from the first tournament in 1930 to 2022’s mega-event in Qatar. Find out how it evolved into the global event it is today.
Resources
Lesson Plan: History of FIFA World Cup
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Presentation: History of FIFA World Cup
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Quizzes
Quiz: The History of the FIFA World Cup™ (Ages 16-17)
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