Calling all football fans! Put your knowledge of the beautiful game to the test with this fun and challenging quiz. Whether you're a die-hard supporter or a casual admirer, this quiz has something for everyone.
1. Which of the following is the highest governing body of association football?
(a) International Olympic Committee (IOC)
(b) International Federation of Association Football (FIFA)
(c) Union of European Football Associations (UEFA)
(d) National Football League (NFL)
Answer: b)
Explanation: FIFA, founded in 1904, is the highest governing body for association football, also known as soccer, in the world. It oversees international competitions such as the FIFA World Cup, the Women's World Cup, and various youth and regional championships.
2. How many players are allowed on the field from each team during a football match?
(a) 7
(b) 9
(c) 11
(d) 13
Answer: c)
Explanation: During a football match, each team is allowed to have a maximum of 11 players on the field at any given time. One of these players must be the goalkeeper, while the remaining 10 are outfield players.
3. In which year was the first FIFA World Cup held?
(a) 1904
(b) 1930
(c) 1950
(d) 1970
Answer: b)
Explanation: The first FIFA World Cup was held in (b) 1930, in Uruguay. This historic event took place from July 13th to July 30th and saw 13 national teams compete.
4. Which country has won the most FIFA World Cup titles?
(a) Argentina
(b) Italy
(c) Germany
(d) Brazil
Answer: d)
Explanation: Brazil has won the most FIFA World Cup titles, with a total of five victories. They achieved the most recent win in 2022.
5. What is the term used for a player who is sent off the field for receiving two yellow cards?
(a) Suspension
(b) Penalty
(c) Red card
(d) Substitution
Answer: c)
Explanation: A player who is sent off the field for receiving two yellow cards is given a red card.
6. The Champions League UEFA is the premier club football competition in which region?
(a) Europe
(b) Asia
(c) Africa
(d) South America
Answer: a)
Explanation: The UEFA Champions League is the premier club football competition in Europe. It is organised by the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA), hence the "UEFA" in its name.
7. Who is the all-time top scorer in the history of the Premier League?
(a) Cristiano Ronaldo
(b) Lionel Messi
(c) Alan Shearer
(d) Thierry Henry
Answer: c)
Explanation: The all-time top scorer in the history of the Premier League is Alan Shearer. He has scored a staggering 260 goals in the Premier League throughout his career.
8. What is the name of the offside rule in football?
(a) Hand Ball
(b) Offside
(c) Corner Kick
(d) Free Kick
Answer: b)
Explanation: The rule in football that governs the positioning of attacking players when a teammate passes the ball forward is called Offside.
9. Which of the following is NOT a legal way to score a goal in football?
(a) Kicking the ball
(b) Heading the ball
(c) Kicking the ball into the net
(d) Heading the ball with the arms
Answer: d)
Explanation: In football, a legal goal can be scored using any part of the body except for the hands and arms, with the exception of the goalkeeper within their designated penalty area.
10. What is the name of the prestigious award given to the best player in the world each year?
(a) European Golden Shoe
(b) FIFA Ballon d'Or
(c) UEFA Men's Player of the Year Award
(d) Champions League Player of the Year
Answer: b)
Explanation: While all the mentioned awards recognize outstanding players, the most prestigious award given to the best player in the world each year is FIFA Ballon d'Or.
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