Fundamentals of Football

What is the duration of a standard football match?

• 60 minutes

• 120 minutes

• 75 minutes

• 90 minutes

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

• 11 players per team

• 12 players per team

• 10 players per team

• 9 players per team

What is the main objective of football?

• To defend the goal at all costs.

• To score more goals than the opposing team.

• To play for the longest time possible.

• To avoid scoring goals altogether.

What are the dimensions of a standard football goal?

• 10 feet high and 8 yards wide

• 7 feet high and 6 yards wide

• 8 feet high and 6 yards wide

• 8 feet high and 8 yards wide (2.44 meters high and 7.32 meters wide)

What equipment is essential for a football player?

• Basketball, running shoes, knee pads, casual wear

• Tennis racket, sandals, headband, swimwear

• Baseball glove, dress shoes, elbow pads, winter coat

• Football, cleats, shin guards, athletic wear

What is the purpose of a yellow card in football?

• To signal the end of the match.

• To caution a player for misconduct.

• To indicate a substitution.

• To award a penalty kick.

What is the offside rule in football?

• A player is offside if they are in the penalty area when the ball is kicked.

• A player is offside if they are holding the ball when the whistle is blown.

• A player is offside if they are behind the last defender when the ball is played.

• A player is offside if they are nearer to the opponent's goal line than both the ball and the second-last opponent when the ball is played to them.

What technique is used to pass the ball accurately?

• Goalkeeping clearance technique

• Long-range shooting technique

• Defensive dribbling technique

• Precision passing technique

What is the role of a goalkeeper in football?

• To prevent the opposing team from scoring and to protect the goal.

• To referee the match and enforce rules.

• To score goals for the team.

• To assist the coach in training players.

What is the significance of the FIFA World Cup?

• The FIFA World Cup is significant for its global reach, cultural impact, and promotion of unity through sport.

• It is primarily a financial event for sponsors.

• The tournament is only popular in Europe.

• It serves as a platform for political debates.