Soccer Trivia Quiz

1) Which of these is NOT a piece of equipment used to play soccer?

a. cleats
b. shin guards
c. shoulder pads
d. goalkeeper gloves

2) When was men's soccer first played at the Olympics?

a. 1900
b. 1924
c. 1960
d. 1996

3) When was women’s soccer first played at the Olympics?

a. 1900
b. 1924
c. 1960
d. 1996

4) FIFA is the organization that runs the World Cup. What does FIFA stand for?

a. Friends of Invitational Football for All
b. Federation of International Football All-Stars
c. Federation Internationale de Football Association
d. Freestyle Ice-skating and Football Association

5) Who is the only player allowed to touch the ball with her hands?

a. Midfielder
b. Goalkeeper
c. Defender
d. Striker

6) What does the World Cup trophy look like?

a. A silver soccer ball on a marble base
b. A golden soccer ball on a pedestal
c. A giant silver goblet
d. A golden globe supported by human figures

7) Pele is one of the most famous soccer players of all time. What country is he from?

a. Uruguay
b. Argentina
c. Brazil
d. Spain

ANSWERS: 1) c, 2) a, 3) d, 4) c, 5) b, 6) d, 7) c