History Of The Game
Soccer is called ________ in many countries outside the United States.
Soccer is called "football" in many countries outside the United States.
The most well-known rule of soccer.
What is, "the forbidden use of hands unless by the goalie?"
The GOAT of soccer.
Who is, "Pele?"
Soccer is the most popular sport in the world. Why?
Because of its accessibility.
What body part of a pig was used as a ball in ancient games that were similar to soccer?
What is a, "Pigs Bladder?"
The U.S. Men's Soccer team won their last world cup in 2002 knocking off Brazil in a match with controversial calls and a wild ending. (True or False)
False: U.S. Men's Soccer team has never won a world cup before...
A match consists of two __ minutes halves with a __ minute rest period in between.
A match consists of two "45" minutes halves with a "15" minute rest period in between.
Lionel Messi has the highest net worth out of all professional soccer players in history. (True or False)
False:
Cristiano Ronaldo ($500 Million)
Lionel Messi ($400 Million)
Name of the technology that helps ensure fair play in soccer.
What is, "VAR (video assistant referees), GLT (Goal-Line Technology)?"
These 2 teams played in the first ever soccer game in the United State. (They are colleges)
Who is, "Rutgers & Princeton (Formerly College of New Jersey)?"
The game of soccer can be traced back to ancient civilizations in Greece, Rome, and _____, where similar forms of the game were played.
The game of soccer can be traced back to ancient civilizations in Greece, Rome, and "China", where similar forms of the game were played.
In a standard soccer match, each team consists of __ players on the field at any given time.
In a standard soccer match, each team consists of "11" players on the field at any given time.
Known for his exceptional ball control, lightning-fast pace, and incredible left foot?
Who is, "Diego Maradona?"
In what year was the Football Association (FA) founded?
What is, "1863?"
In ancient China, a game called ____ had players trying to kick a ball through a small opening in a net.
In ancient China, a game called “cuju” had players trying to kick a ball through a small opening in a net.
Soccer became a part of the Olympics in what year?
1900
A ______ card warns the player they are one step away from being kicked out of the game.
A "yellow" card warns the player they are one step away from being kicked out of the game.
How many gold medals has the United States women's soccer team won in the Olympics?
4
When did soccer begin to gain popularity in the United States?
What is the, "Mid-20th Century?"
In ancient Rome, a game called _________ involved players trying to keep a small ball away from their opponents, with no clear rules.
In ancient Rome, a game called “harpastum” involved players trying to keep a small ball away from their opponents, with no clear rules.
The name of the MN Professional Soccer Team is...
MN United
A _______ card symbols a players removal from competition.
A "red" card symbols a players removal from competition.
Who is known for his incredible athleticism, ability to score from almost anywhere on the field, and incredible work ethic?
Who is, "Cristiano Ronaldo?"
Since when has soccer been a part of the Olympics?
Since 1900
What was the name of the game played in ancient Greece where soccer partially was created from?
What is, "Episkyros?"