International football competition, founded by the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA). Apart from 1942 and 1946, it has been held every four years since its inception. Originally sixteen teams contested for the cup. This number was increased to twenty-four in 1982 and thirty-two in 1998.
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World Cup
The Champions. England and West Ham United captain Bobby Moore hoisted on the...
{Around plinth of statue:} Bobby Moore Captain• Ray Wilson• Alan Ball• Nobby ...
Athletics club. Located at Croydon Sports Arena. Their website has a history page.
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