Founded in Paris in 1904, the Fidiration Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) turned the game of soccer into a worldwide phenomenon by uniting teams from around the world in international matches such as the first FIFA World Cup (1930). BEAUTIFUL CENTURY celebrates the 100 year period since FIFA was formed, taking a close look at the players, teams, and games that had a large impact on the sport. Soccer fans will gain a greater understanding of the sport as they witness how it developed over a century and became an essential part of cultures around the world.