World’s oldest football pitch found in Scotland redefining early origins of the sport, expert claims

Sports historian Ged O'Brien's claim suggests a field near Anwoth Kirk in Scotland could be the world's oldest football pitch, indicating structured football in the 1600s. Evidence from Reverend Rutherford's letters and field soil investigations supports this, challenging the traditional view of football's anarchic origins. This discovery highlights Scotland's potential pivotal role in football's early development, predating England's codified rules.

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