Basics
What do we call the start of the game or restart after a goal?
Kick-off
Lionel Messi plays for which country in the world cup?
Argentina
Which country has won the most men’s World Cups?
Brazil (5 times)
What do referees use to show a foul or card decision?
a whistle OR hand signals
The fastest goal in history was scored in how many seconds?
2.13 seconds (shot directly from kickoff)
What’s it called when a player passes the ball using their head?
A header
Which soccer star is known for the nickname “CR7”?
Cristiano Ronaldo
In what country is the famous club Bayern Munich based?
Germany
How many referees are usually on the field (including assistants)?
Three
What’s it called when a player stops the ball using their foot?
Trap
How long is a professional soccer game (not including extra time)?
90 minutes
Which South American country did Pele play for?
Brazil
In what country is the team Real Madrid from?
Spain
What’s it called when an attacker is behind the defenders when passed the ball?
Offside
What was the first soccer balls made out of?
Animal Bladders
If a defender touches the ball with their hand inside the penalty box, what does the referee give the other team?
A penalty kick
Harry Kane plays for which country in the world cup?
What continent is the Copa América tournament played on?
South America
What is the area called where a goalie can use their hands?
The penalty box (or 18-yard box)
Who has won the most world Cups of all time
Pele
What is the center circle used for during a soccer game?
Kick-offs happen inside it, and opponents can’t enter it until the ball is played.
Who is the most famous soccer player to play for Byron High School?
Jared Merrill
Which country will host the FIFA World Cup in 2026
USA, Mexico and Canada
What happens if the ball fully crosses the goal line without scoring, and it was last touched by the defending team?
Corner kick
How many panels are on a soccer ball?
32 (20 hexagons, 12 pentagons)