Football Rules Quiz

What shape must the field of play be in football?

• Triangular

• Circular

• Rectangular

• Square

What is the required shape of a soccer ball?

• Oval

• Cubical

• Cylindrical

• Spherical

How many players can be on the field for one team at a time?

• 10

• 12

• 9

• 11

Which of the following is NOT a required piece of equipment for a soccer player?

• Jersey with sleeves

• Footwear

• Hat

• Shin guards

Who has the authority to enforce the laws of the game?

• The captain

• The coach

• The referee

• The spectators

How long is a standard soccer game?

• 120 minutes

• 90 minutes

• 75 minutes

• 60 minutes

What signifies the start of a soccer game?

• A kickoff from the center of the field

• A coin toss

• A whistle blow

• A handshake

When is the ball considered out of play?

• When it touches a match official

• When it is stationary

• When it rebounds off a goal post

• When it wholly passes over the goal line or touchline

What determines the outcome of a soccer game?

• The number of offsides

• The number of fouls

• The number of goals scored

• The number of corners

When is a player considered offside?

• When they are in their own half

• When they are ahead of their second to last opponent

• When they are behind the ball

• When they are the last player on the field