The Soviet government and international football tournaments 1956-1960: towards the formulation of the problem

The article is devoted to the consideration of the historical path of Soviet football in the international arena and its impact on society through the socio-cultural aspects of mass sports Football in the USSR developed as an integral part of physical culture, which evolved into a unique subculture. He served as a link between the sports subculture and the physical education of Soviet society. Football played an important role in the socio-political life of the country, uniting various groups of the population. International sporting events have highlighted the importance of the relationship between the government, football and society, including millions of fans and government agencies. In the 1950s and 1960s, football became an instrument of social policy, influencing the foreign policy image of the USSR.