WATCH: WHY it's called the SUPER BOWL (and FOOTBALL, and SOCCER) 2024
00:00 Introduction
00:49 The History of "Football," "Rugby," and "Soccer"
02:22 How "Football" Becomes an Thing in the USA
03:29 Football Leagues in the USA
05:54 Merger Agreement and the Super Bowl
07:20 Alisha is a Paper Football Expert
The Super Bowl is a massive media event in the United States every single year, but where exactly did it come from? This video breaks down the history of the words "football," "soccer," and "rugby," and traces these sports across time to examine how we ended up with the hugely popular sporting event known all around the country as the Super Bowl. Now you know all kinds of weird facts to take to your next watch party for the big game. Good luck with your paper football game sessions.
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