Football in Honduras

Football in Honduras
Olimpia fans during a match
CountryHonduras
Governing bodyNational Autonomous Federation of Football of Honduras
National team(s)Men's national team;
Women's national team
First played1962
National competitions
Club competitions
International competitions

Association football in Honduras is a national sport.[1][2] It is the most popular sport among Hondurans, becoming popular in the 20th century.[3] Honduras performed memorably in three World Cups, Spain 1982, South Africa 2010, and Brazil 2014. The nation also competes in the Copa America, UNCAF Nations Cup, Olympic Games, and in FIFA U-20 World Cups. Its national team team is considered the strongest football team in central America alongside Costa Rica.[citation needed]

  1. ^ Paul Fletcher. "Paul Fletcher: How football helped to heal Honduras". BBC. Retrieved 2015-03-05.
  2. ^ Jack Bell (2004-07-13). "SOCCER REPORT; After Honduras, Seeking Harmony - New York Times". Nytimes.com. Honduras. Retrieved 2014-04-01.
  3. ^ "Como llego el Futbol a Honduras - Futbol de Honduras".