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Gaelic football, in some respects, is like a hybrid between football soccer , hurling and rugby union. In the game, two types of scores are possible: points and goals. A point is awarded for kicking or hand-passing the ball over the crossbar, signalled by the umpire raising a white flag. A goal worth three points is awarded for kicking the ball under the crossbar into the net, signalled by the umpire raising a green flag.

Positions in Gaelic football are similar to that in other football codes, and comprise one goalkeeper , six backs, two midfielders, and six forwards, with a variable number of substitutes. Originally, an alley measuring 60 feet by 30 feet was used with a front wall of 30 feet, off which the ball must be struck. The objective of a game is to score a set total of points before your opponent does.

Points are only scored by the person serving the ball. In other words, if a player wins a rally but did not serve at the start of that rally they only win the right to serve, and thus the chance to score after a subsequent rally.

A single, all-British football team would suit them just fine. It might even put paid to the recurring debate over a year-old anthem. Facebook Twitter Email Whatsapp. December 13 AM. Facebook Twitter Email.