Football Quiz

Which South American country hosted and won the inaugural FIFA World Cup in 1930?

AnswerUruguay

NoteThe original trophy was only renamed the Jules Rimet Cup in 1946, in honor of the FIFA president who founded the tournament.

Which Argentine captain scored the controversial 'Hand of God' goal against England at the 1986 World Cup?

AnswerDiego Maradona

Which Asian nation stunned Italy to reach the quarter-finals at the 1966 World Cup in England?

AnswerNorth Korea

Which French playmaker was sent off for a headbutt in the 2006 World Cup final against Italy?

AnswerZinedine Zidane

Which French forward set the record for most goals in a single World Cup with 13 in 1958, a mark still unbroken?

AnswerJust Fontaine

Which country became the first African nation to host a FIFA World Cup, in 2010?

AnswerSouth Africa

Which German striker overtook Ronaldo during the 2014 tournament to become the World Cup's all-time top scorer at the time?

AnswerMiroslav Klose

NoteKlose finished with 16 World Cup goals, a record that stood until Lionel Messi surpassed it with 18 at the 2026 World Cup.

Which Spanish midfielder scored the extra-time winner that gave Spain their first World Cup title in 2010?

AnswerAndrés Iniesta

Which Middle Eastern nation hosted the first World Cup held in November-December due to summer heat concerns?

AnswerQatar

Which Cameroonian veteran became famous for his corner-flag goal celebrations at the 1990 World Cup in his late 30s?

AnswerRoger Milla

Which French striker holds Arsenal's all-time goalscoring record, netting 228 goals for the club?

AnswerThierry Henry

NoteHenry's statue stands outside the Emirates Stadium.

Which former Newcastle and Blackburn striker remains the Premier League's all-time top scorer with 260 goals?

AnswerAlan Shearer

Which Liverpool captain scored a famous long-range equalizer in the 2006 FA Cup Final, later dubbed 'The Gerrard Final'?

AnswerSteven Gerrard

Which towering Danish goalkeeper was a key figure in Manchester United's treble-winning 1999 season?

AnswerPeter Schmeichel

Which Manchester City striker scored the dramatic last-minute goal to clinch the 2012 Premier League title against QPR?

AnswerSergio Agüero

Which fiery Irish midfielder captained Manchester United through much of their most dominant Premier League era?

AnswerRoy Keane

Which understated Manchester United midfielder, praised by Zidane as the best of his generation, spent his entire career at Old Trafford?

AnswerPaul Scholes

Which enigmatic French forward, known for his upturned collar, helped ignite Manchester United's 1990s dominance?

AnswerEric Cantona

Which Chelsea legend became the club's all-time top scorer despite playing mainly as a midfielder?

AnswerFrank Lampard

Which Arsenal forward, nicknamed the 'Non-Flying Dutchman', scored a stunning turn-and-finish goal against Newcastle in 2002?

AnswerDennis Bergkamp

Which Brazilian legend remains the only player to win three FIFA World Cups, in 1958, 1962 and 1970?

AnswerPelé

NoteHe scored over 1,000 career goals, including many for Santos FC.

Which flamboyant Northern Irish winger starred for Manchester United and was famed for his flair in the swinging sixties?

AnswerGeorge Best

Which Brazilian forward has won the FIFA Best Women's Player award six times and is considered the greatest female footballer ever?

AnswerMarta

Which Liberian striker became the first and only African to win the Ballon d'Or, later becoming president of his home country?

AnswerGeorge Weah

Which Italian playmaker, nicknamed 'Il Divin Codino', missed a decisive penalty in the 1994 World Cup final shootout?

AnswerRoberto Baggio

Which Brazilian magician, known for his smile and skills, lit up Barcelona before winning the 2002 World Cup?

AnswerRonaldinho

Which Dutch icon, associated with 'Total Football', has a signature 180-degree turn move named after him?

AnswerJohan Cruyff

Which Ivorian striker scored the equalizer in the 2012 Champions League final against Bayern Munich before Chelsea won on penalties?

AnswerDidier Drogba

Which Brazilian playmaker won the Ballon d'Or in 2007 while starring for AC Milan, briefly interrupting the Messi-Ronaldo era?

AnswerKaká

Which pink-haired American forward won the Golden Boot and Golden Ball at the 2019 Women's World Cup?

AnswerMegan Rapinoe

Which Barcelona stadium is being rebuilt to become Europe's largest, with a planned capacity of around 105,000?

AnswerCamp Nou

NoteCamp Nou opened in 1957 and partially reopened in November 2025 mid-rebuild; once the Espai Barca works finish it will hold around 105,000 spectators.

Which Buenos Aires club plays its home matches at La Bombonera, famous for its steep vertical stands?

AnswerBoca Juniors

NoteThe stadium's nickname 'La Bombonera' means 'the chocolate box' in Spanish.

Which Bundesliga club is known for the 'Yellow Wall', Europe's largest standing terrace at its stadium?

AnswerBorussia Dortmund

NoteThe Südtribüne terrace can hold over 25,000 standing fans.

Which Milanese club shares the San Siro stadium with Inter Milan, despite the two being fierce rivals?

AnswerAC Milan

NoteSan Siro is officially named Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, after a player who starred for both clubs.

Which Amsterdam club, famous for its youth academy, plays home matches at the Johan Cruyff Arena?

AnswerAjax

NoteThe stadium was renamed in 2018 to honor the club's most famous player.

Which Liverpool stadium is home to the famous pre-match anthem 'You'll Never Walk Alone'?

AnswerAnfield

NoteAnfield's Kop end is one of the most famous stands in world football.

Which Istanbul club is known for its intimidating home ground once nicknamed 'Hell' by visiting players?

AnswerGalatasaray

NoteTheir old Ali Sami Yen stadium famously greeted visitors with a banner reading 'Welcome to Hell'.

Which iconic English stadium, rebuilt in 2007 with its distinctive arch, hosts the FA Cup Final every year?

AnswerWembley Stadium

NoteThe Wembley arch is 133 meters tall and visible from many parts of London.

Which Glasgow stadium, nicknamed 'Paradise', is the home ground of Celtic FC?

AnswerCeltic Park

NoteCeltic Park is the largest football stadium in Scotland.

Which Bavarian club plays home matches at the striking, externally illuminated Allianz Arena?

AnswerBayern Munich

NoteThe Allianz Arena's exterior can change color depending on which team is playing.