Football And Scorer World Cup Quiz
Football quiz about all kinds of football. General football knowledge.
Questions and Answers
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Where did Derby play their home games before Pride Park?
Explanation
Before Pride Park, Derby played their home games at the Baseball Ground.Rate this question:
- 2.
Which English team is nicknamed The Trotters?
Explanation
The English team nicknamed The Trotters is Bolton Wanderers.Rate this question:
- 3.
At which club did Alan Shearer start his career?
Explanation
Alan Shearer started his career at Southampton Football Club, commonly known as Southampton or Saints.Rate this question:
- 4.
In which city would you find the two English league grounds which are closest to each other?
Explanation
The two English league grounds that are closest to each other are Goodison Park and Anfield, both located in Liverpool. These stadiums are home to Everton FC and Liverpool FC respectively, and are situated just 0.8 miles apart. This proximity makes it convenient for football fans to attend matches at both stadiums on the same day.Rate this question:
- 5.
Who were Manchester United playing when Eric Cantona performed his famous kung-fu kick on a fan?
Explanation
Eric Cantona performed his famous kung-fu kick on a fan during a match against Crystal Palace.Rate this question:
- 6.
Gary Lineker was top scorer in the World Cup in which year?
Explanation
Gary Lineker was the top scorer in the World Cup in 1986.Rate this question:
- 7.
Neil Young scored the winning goal in the 1969 FA Cup Final for which club?
Explanation
Neil Young scored the winning goal in the 1969 FA Cup Final for Manchester City.Rate this question:
- 8.
Which European football club is nicknamed "La Vicchia Signora", which translates as "the old lady"?
Explanation
Juventus is the correct answer to the question. The Italian football club is commonly known by its nickname "La Vicchia Signora," which translates to "the old lady" in English. Another popular nickname for Juventus is "Juve."Rate this question:
- 9.
On a football pitch, how many yards should the penalty spot be from the goal line?
Explanation
The penalty spot on a football pitch should be 12 yards away from the goal line.Rate this question:
- 10.
From which football club did Arsenal sign midfielder Cesc Fabregas?
Explanation
Arsenal signed midfielder Cesc Fabregas from the football club Barcelona, also known as Barca.Rate this question:
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