Questions On MLS Major League Soccer
Brush your knowledge on MLS Major League Soccer with these quiz questions.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Which team was awarded the MLS Supporters' Shield in the 2010 season?
- A.
Philadelphia Union
- B.
DC United
- C.
FC Dallas
- D.
LA Galaxy
Correct Answer
D. LA GalaxyExplanation
In the 2010 MLS season, the LA Galaxy team was awarded the MLS Supporters' Shield. This award is given to the team with the best regular season record in Major League Soccer. The LA Galaxy must have had the highest number of points at the end of the season, indicating their exceptional performance and consistency throughout the year.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Who was the head coach for the LA Galaxy in the 2009 season?
- A.
David Beckham
- B.
Bob Bradley
- C.
Bruce Arena
- D.
Landon Donovan
Correct Answer
C. Bruce ArenaExplanation
Bruce Arena was the head coach for the LA Galaxy in the 2009 season. This can be inferred from the fact that the question asks for the head coach during that specific year, and Bruce Arena is the only option among the given choices who served as the head coach for the LA Galaxy during that time.Rate this question:
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- 3.
In what year were the LA Galaxy founded?
- A.
2005
- B.
1985
- C.
1995
- D.
2000
Correct Answer
C. 1995Explanation
The LA Galaxy were founded in 1995.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which LA Galaxy player has the record for most career goals?
- A.
David Beckham
- B.
Cobi Jones
- C.
Alexi Lalas
- D.
Landon Donovan
Correct Answer
D. Landon DonovanExplanation
Landon Donovan holds the record for the most career goals in LA Galaxy. Throughout his career, Donovan scored a total of 145 goals for the team. He is considered one of the greatest players in the history of Major League Soccer and has had a significant impact on the success of LA Galaxy. His goal-scoring ability and contributions to the team make him the correct answer for this question.Rate this question:
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- 5.
When was the first season for Major League Soccer?
- A.
2000
- B.
1996
- C.
2005
- D.
1990
Correct Answer
B. 1996Explanation
The correct answer is 1996. Major League Soccer (MLS) was established in 1993 and the inaugural season took place in 1996. This marked the return of top-level professional soccer in the United States after the collapse of the North American Soccer League (NASL) in 1984. The league started with ten teams, and the San Jose Clash and D.C. United played in the first MLS Cup final, with D.C. United emerging as the champions. Since then, MLS has grown and developed into a prominent soccer league in North America.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How many teams played in Major League Soccer in the 2011 season?
- A.
12
- B.
30
- C.
18
- D.
24
Correct Answer
C. 18Explanation
In the 2011 season, there were 18 teams that played in Major League Soccer.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Who became the commissioner of Major League Soccer in 1999?
- A.
Bob Bradley
- B.
Landon Donovan
- C.
Don Garber
- D.
Bruce Arena
Correct Answer
C. Don GarberExplanation
Don Garber became the commissioner of Major League Soccer in 1999.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Who was the MLS Coach of the Year in the 2010 season?
- A.
Bob Bradley
- B.
Cobi Jones
- C.
Bruce Arena
- D.
Schellas Hyndman
Correct Answer
D. Schellas HyndmanExplanation
Schellas Hyndman was the MLS Coach of the Year in the 2010 season.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Real Madrid beat which MLS team 4-1 in the 2011 World Football Challenge?
- A.
Houston Dynamo
- B.
FC Dallas
- C.
Chicago Fire
- D.
LA Galaxy
Correct Answer
D. LA GalaxyExplanation
Real Madrid beat LA Galaxy 4-1 in the 2011 World Football Challenge.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Who scored the winning goal in the first MLS league championship?
- A.
Eddie Pope
- B.
Jorge Campos
- C.
Alexi Lalas
- D.
John Harkes
Correct Answer
A. Eddie PopeExplanation
Eddie Pope scored the winning goal in the first MLS league championship.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What English Premiere League side played against the Major League Soccer All Stars in the 2005 MLS All Star Game?
- A.
Arsenal
- B.
Fulham
- C.
Chelsea
- D.
Manchester United
Correct Answer
B. FulhamExplanation
Fulham played against the Major League Soccer All Stars in the 2005 MLS All Star Game.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Who set the MLS record for most goals in a game in August 2000?
- A.
Diego Serna
- B.
Raul Diaz Arce
- C.
Clint Mathis
- D.
Mamadou Diallo
Correct Answer
C. Clint MathisExplanation
Clint Mathis set the MLS record for most goals in a game in August 2000.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Which MLS team was the 1st to win the U.S. Open Cup and MLS Cup in the same year?
- A.
Los Angeles Galaxy
- B.
D.C. United
- C.
Chicago Fire
- D.
Kansas City Wizards
Correct Answer
B. D.C. UnitedExplanation
D.C. United is the correct answer because they were the first MLS team to win both the U.S. Open Cup and MLS Cup in the same year. The U.S. Open Cup is the oldest ongoing national soccer competition in the United States, while the MLS Cup is the championship match of Major League Soccer. D.C. United achieved this feat in 1996, their inaugural season, by winning both tournaments.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Who replaced Peter Nowak as head coach for D.C. United's 2007 MLS season?
- A.
Bruce Arena
- B.
Ray Hudson
- C.
Tom Soehn
- D.
Thomas Rongen
Correct Answer
C. Tom SoehnExplanation
Tom Soehn replaced Peter Nowak as the head coach for D.C. United's 2007 MLS season.Rate this question:
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- 15.
How many times was Brian McBride an MLS All-Star?
- A.
Seven
- B.
Five
- C.
Two
- D.
Three
Correct Answer
B. FiveExplanation
Brian McBride was selected as an MLS All-Star five times. This suggests that he was recognized as one of the top players in the league on multiple occasions. Being chosen as an All-Star is a testament to McBride's skill and impact in Major League Soccer.Rate this question:
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