Rugby is played with two teams, each aiming to score points by carrying, passing, or kicking the ball to the opposing team's goal area. The ball is oval-shaped and can be passed backward or laterally, but not forward. Players can run with the ball, tackle opponents, or kick the ball to advance. Scoring occurs through tries (placing the ball over the try line), conversions (kicking the ball through goalposts after a try), penalty kicks, and drop goals. The game is divided into two halves, with the team scoring the most points winning. Rugby has various formats, like Rugby Union and Rugby League, each with slightly different rules.