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I like to play football. vs I like to play the football.

The correct phrase is "I like to play football." The addition of "the" before "football" is incorrect in this context.
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Last updated: November 02, 2024 • 12537 views

I like to play football.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is the correct way to express enjoyment of playing the sport of football.

Examples:

  • I like to play football with my friends on weekends.
  • He likes to play football in the park.
  • She likes to play football after school.
  • They like to play football during their lunch break.
  • We like to play football at the beach.

I like to play the football.

This phrase is incorrect in English. The article "the" should not be used before "football" in this context.

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