Is football replacing religion? Experts say football can provide purpose, meaning and perhaps even make the world a better place.
Four ways football makes you a better person
Is football replacing religion? Experts say football can provide purpose, meaning and perhaps even make the world a better place.
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Silence. Everybody holds their breath. Then the room erupts in cheers. Goal!
Some say football is not just for entertainment. Experts say it can be good for you too. Here are four main ways:
Personal. QatarA small country on the Arabian Peninsula, bordering Saudi Arabia. Like its larger neighbour, it has experienced rapid economic development but maintained strict conservative religious codes., which is hosting the World Cup, has a poor human rights record. Now the eyes of the world are on Qatar, it could lead to action.
Social. Football can bring people together. It does not matter what your differences are when you are watching football.
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Health. Football is good for your health. And scientists have found out that watching football can raise your heart rate, just like going for a quick walk.
Economic. Football brings a lot of money and jobs to the economyThe way that money flows through a country, which affects wages and the cost of living..
For many years, religion has brought people together. Now, football is playing the same role.
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Yes! Football brings people together. Many people no longer go to church or other services, but still go to football matches.
No! Football can never replace religion. It does not give people a set of rules to live by.
Qatar - A small country on the Arabian Peninsula, bordering Saudi Arabia. Like its larger neighbour, it has experienced rapid economic development but maintained strict conservative religious codes.
Economy - The way that money flows through a country, which affects wages and the cost of living.
Four ways football makes you a better person

Glossary
Qatar - A small country on the Arabian Peninsula, bordering Saudi Arabia. Like its larger neighbour, it has experienced rapid economic development but maintained strict conservative religious codes.
Economy - The way that money flows through a country, which affects wages and the cost of living.