This is how they played soccer back in the day. For centuries, the residents of Firenze (otherwise known as Florence), Italy have gathered to play calcio - an early form of soccer combining elements ruby, American football, and wrestling. The participants divide into four teams, respectively representing the four quarters of the city, and battle gladiator-style in 50 minute matches.
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