Football Files - Episode 83 – JAVIER SAVIOLA

Football Files - Episode 83 – JAVIER SAVIOLA

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physical Ed

4th Grade - University

Hard

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Javier Saviola, an Argentinian footballer, was a prolific goalscorer from a young age. He gained fame for his skills, reminiscent of Pele and Maradona, and became the top scorer in the Argentinian League by 1999. Saviola won the FIFA World Cup Youth Tournament in 2001, setting a record with 11 goals. He then moved to Barcelona, followed by Monaco and Sevilla, but struggled to make a significant impact. In 2004, he won an Olympic gold medal with Argentina. Under coach Jose Pekerman, Saviola played in the 2006 FIFA World Cup.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

At what age did Javier Saviola make his debut for the Argentinian national team?

20

14

16

18

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which tournament did Saviola set a record by scoring 11 goals?

Copa America

FIFA World Cup Youth Tournament

UEFA Champions League

Olympic Games

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which club did Saviola join after his time at Barcelona?

Monaco Football Club

Sevilla Football Club

River Plate

Real Madrid

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which year did Saviola win an Olympic gold medal with Argentina?

2000

2002

2006

2004

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the coach that gave Saviola more playing opportunities in the Argentinian team after 2004?

Diego Maradona

Marcello Bilsa

Carlos Bianchi

Jose Pekerman