Soccer History and Rules Quiz

Soccer History and Rules

• Soccer's origins date back to around 1700 B.C.
• English players refined the game
• Basic rules have remained largely unchanged since the turn of the century.

Soccer Game

• Played by two teams of eleven players
• Each team member plays 45 minutes
• No timeouts
• Continuous play (except for injuries)
• Injury time added by the referee for stoppages
• No overtime in international matches

Soccer Field

• Minimum size: 110 yards long by 70 yards wide
• Maximum size: 120 yards long by 80 yards wide
• Dimensions are slightly larger than American football field

Soccer Fouls and Misconduct

• Direct Free Kicks: Awarded for fouling like tripping, holding, handball, kicking, jumping, charging, pushing, striking, or spitting at opponents.
• Indirect Free Kicks: Awarded for dangerous play, charging, or obstruction.

Soccer Positions

• Forwards/Strikers: 2-4 offensive players aiming to score goals.
• Midfielders: 2-4 players who mostly cover the middle of the field, playing both offensively and defensively.
• Defenders: Defensive players who guard the opposing forwards and help the goalie.
• Goalie: The only player allowed to use their hands. Cannot use their hands outside the penalty area

Playing the Ball

• Any part of the body (except arms and hands), like feet, head, thighs, and chest can be used to control or pass.

Out-of-Play

• Ball is out of play when it crosses the goal lines or touchlines wholly.
• Also, when halted by the referee.
• Including after rebounding off a goal post or crossbar or is out of field from corner flag post/ touchline..

Throw In

• Awarded when a ball is out of play.
• Ball is taken along the touchline, at the point where it left the playing area.