Soccer Rules Quiz

What is the standard duration of a professional soccer match?

• 60 minutes

• 75 minutes

• 90 minutes

• 120 minutes

How many players should each team have on the field during regular play?

• 9 players

• 10 players

• 11 players

• 12 players

What is the minimum circumference of a regulation soccer ball?

• 27 inches

• 28 inches

• 25 inches

• 26 inches

Which of these actions results in a direct free kick?

• Dangerous play

• Deliberately handling the ball

• Offside position

• Time wasting

What is the dimensions of a penalty area?

• 16 yards x 40 yards

• 18 yards x 44 yards

• 20 yards x 42 yards

• 22 yards x 46 yards

How long is the standard half-time break?

• 10 minutes

• 15 minutes

• 20 minutes

• 25 minutes

What is the minimum distance defenders must be from the ball during a free kick?

• 8 yards

• 9 yards

• 10 yards

• 12 yards

Which of these is NOT a valid reason for a yellow card?

• Unsporting behavior

• Scoring a goal

• Delaying restart of play

• Dissent by word or action

What happens if a player receives two yellow cards in the same match?

• They receive a fine

• They receive a red card and are sent off

• They can continue playing with a warning

• They must sit out for 10 minutes

From where is a penalty kick taken?

• The penalty mark

• The corner flag

• The center circle

• The six-yard box