Harpastum – ancient Roman prototype of soccer and rugby

This sport is still played (recreationally) at St John’s College both in Annapolis and Santa Fe, where it is known as Spartan Madball.

Florence has a Calcio Storico competition every year.

27 a side, MMA with less rules than the UFC, a ball & goals.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_bMrTysuJs