50 Soccer Trivia Questions That Will Test Your Football Smarts

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Whether you’re a passionate supporter who never misses a match or someone who just enjoys the buzz of the World Cup, soccer (or football, depending where you’re from) is a sport that brings the world together. With legendary goals, dramatic upsets, and jaw-dropping stats, there’s always something new to learn and love about the game.

This collection of 50 trivia questions is your chance to test your knowledge, challenge your friends, and maybe even uncover some surprising facts you didn’t know. From historic firsts to modern-day icons, we’ve covered all the corners of the pitch. So lace up your boots—mentally, of course—and let’s kick off the ultimate soccer trivia showdown!

Kickoff Questions (Easy)

What country won the first ever FIFA World Cup in 1930?

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Uruguay

Which player is known as “The King of Football”?

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Pelé

How many players are on the field for each team during a standard soccer match?

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11

What’s the maximum duration of a soccer match, including extra time (excluding penalties)?

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120 minutes

Which country has won the most FIFA World Cup titles?
(5 titles)

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Brazil

Who is the all-time top goal scorer in the World Cup?
(Germany)

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Miroslav Klose

What is the name of the official soccer ball used in the FIFA World Cup?

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Varies each year (e.g., “Al Rihla” in 2022, “Telstar” in 2018)

What color card means a player is sent off?

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Red

What does FIFA stand for?

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Fédération Internationale de Football Association

Which famous soccer player wore number 10 for Argentina?

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Diego Maradona (also Lionel Messi)

Midfield Mind Benders

Which country hosted the 2014 FIFA World Cup?

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Brazil

What is the name of the trophy awarded to the FIFA World Cup winners?

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The FIFA World Cup Trophy

Which English club is nicknamed “The Red Devils”?

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Manchester United

What is Lionel Messi’s full name?

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Lionel Andrés Messi

What year did women’s soccer make its Olympic debut?

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1996

What country is known for winning the most Copa América titles?

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Uruguay (tied with Argentina as of 2024)

Which country won Euro 2004 in a surprise victory?

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Greece

Who scored the infamous “Hand of God” goal?

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Diego Maradona

What is the maximum number of substitutions allowed in regular time during FIFA matches (as of 2022)?

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5

Which goalkeeper has the most clean sheets in World Cup history?

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Peter Shilton (England, 10 clean sheets)

International Icons

Which African country was the first to reach a World Cup quarter-final?

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Cameroon (1990)

Which player has scored the most career goals for Portugal?

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Cristiano Ronaldo

In what year did Cristiano Ronaldo make his professional debut?

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2002 (for Sporting CP)

Who is the youngest player to score in a World Cup?

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Pelé (17 years old in 1958)

What country has appeared in every FIFA World Cup?

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Brazil

Which country won the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2019?

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United States

Who won the Ballon d’Or in 2023?

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Lionel Messi

What club team does Kylian Mbappé play for (as of 2024)?

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Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)

Who is Germany’s all-time top goal scorer?

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Miroslav Klose

What country famously lost 7-1 to Germany in the 2014 World Cup semi-final?

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Brazil

Club Level Challenges

Which club has won the most UEFA Champions League titles?

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Real Madrid

What is the name of Barcelona’s home stadium?

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Camp Nou

Which Premier League team is known as “The Blues”?

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Chelsea

What country is home to the famous club Ajax?

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Netherlands

Who is the top goal scorer in Premier League history?

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Alan Shearer

What Spanish club did Cristiano Ronaldo play for from 2009 to 2018?

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Real Madrid

How many clubs are in the English Premier League?

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20

Which Italian club is nicknamed “The Old Lady”?

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Juventus

Who was the manager of Manchester United for 26 years?

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Sir Alex Ferguson

What club plays its home games at Anfield?

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Liverpool

Final Whistle Facts (Hard)

What was the fastest red card in World Cup history?

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José Batista (Uruguay) – 56 seconds in 1986

What is the name of the robotic camera system often used in VAR reviews?

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Hawk-Eye

Which country has never qualified for a FIFA World Cup: New Zealand, Iceland, or Luxembourg?

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Luxembourg

Which player holds the record for most assists in a single World Cup tournament?

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Pele (6 assists in 1970)

Who scored the most goals in a single World Cup tournament?

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Just Fontaine (13 goals in 1958)

How many times has Italy won the World Cup?

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4 times

What brand manufactures the official FIFA World Cup ball?

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Adidas

What’s the record number of goals scored in a single international match?

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31 (Australia 31–0 American Samoa in 2001)

Which women’s national team has won the most World Cups?

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United States

What unique feature does the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City hold in World Cup history?

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It’s the only stadium to host two World Cup finals (1970 and 1986)

Goal! Whether you aced all 50 questions or discovered a few facts for the first time, one thing’s clear: soccer is more than just a game—it’s a universe of stories, records, and unforgettable moments. From Pelé to penalty shootouts, the sport has a way of captivating hearts and minds across the globe.

Keep the fun going by sharing these questions with fellow fans, hosting your own quiz night, or diving deeper into the history of your favorite clubs and players. And remember—there’s always more to explore when it comes to the beautiful game.

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