Test Your Soccer Knowledge
Fancy a game of footie? Whether you’re a master of the sport’s history or you’d like to get to know a little more, take this quiz now to test your knowledge on the great sport of association football.
- 1.
In soccer, a direct free kick can be awarded for a handball offense.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
A direct free kick in soccer is awarded to the opposing team when a player commits a foul, such as a handball offense. A handball offense occurs when a player deliberately touches the ball with their hand or arm, except for the goalkeeper within their penalty area under certain conditions. A direct free kick allows the player to take a shot at the goal without any other player touching the ball first.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Who did score the goal in the 2010 FIFA World cup final?
- A.
Iniesta
- B.
Torres
- C.
Harper
- D.
Cahil
Correct Answer
A. IniestaExplanation
Iniesta is the correct answer because he scored the winning goal for Spain in the 2010 FIFA World Cup final. His goal came in the 116th minute of the match, during extra time, and secured Spain's first-ever World Cup victory. Iniesta's goal was a significant moment in the final and is remembered as one of the most iconic moments in World Cup history.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Holland won the world cup final in 2010?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Holland did not win the world cup final in 2010. The 2010 FIFA World Cup final was held between Spain and the Netherlands, and Spain emerged as the winners of the tournament. Therefore, the statement "Holland won the world cup final in 2010" is false.Rate this question:
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- 4.
How many goals did Germany score against australia in the 2010 fifa world cup?
- A.
5
- B.
2
- C.
4
- D.
1
Correct Answer
C. 4Explanation
In the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Germany scored 4 goals against Australia.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What does Torres' nickname, El Nino, mean?
- A.
Torres
- B.
The kid
- C.
Pie
Correct Answer
B. The kidExplanation
The nickname "El Nino" means "The kid" in Spanish. This nickname was given to Torres, possibly because he started his professional football career at a young age and showed great talent and potential. It could also be a reference to his youthful appearance and energy on the field.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which country has won the most FIFA World Cup titles as of 2021?
- A.
Argentina
- B.
Germany
- C.
Brazil
- D.
Italy
Correct Answer
C. BrazilExplanation
The correct answer is C. Brazil has won the FIFA World Cup five times (in 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, and 2002), making them the nation with the most World Cup titles.Rate this question:
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