Soccer History

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  • 1. 

    What is the picture is about? extra 100 point

  • 2. 

    Who was the first person score in world cup 2010?

    • A.

      David Villa

    • B.

      Raphael Marquez

    • C.

      Gonzalo HIGUAIN

    • D.

      Siphiwe Tshabalala

    • E.

      Robert Green

    Correct Answer
    D. Siphiwe Tshabalala
    Explanation
    Siphiwe Tshabalala was the first person to score in the World Cup 2010.

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  • 3. 

    Which Country was Invented Soccer?

    • A.

      Brazil

    • B.

      Germany

    • C.

      England

    • D.

      Argentina

    • E.

      France

    Correct Answer
    C. England
    Explanation
    England is considered the country where soccer (also known as football) was invented. The modern game of soccer as we know it today originated in England in the mid-19th century. The Football Association (FA) was formed in England in 1863, and they established the standardized rules for the game. England also hosted the first official soccer match in 1872 between England and Scotland. The sport then spread to other countries and became popular worldwide.

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  • 4. 

    At what age Pelé started playing soccer?

    • A.

      18

    • B.

      15

    • C.

      17

    • D.

      16

    • E.

      19

    Correct Answer
    B. 15
    Explanation
    Pelé began playing for Santos at 15 and his national team at 16.

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  • 5. 

    Who is this Player?

    Correct Answer
    Messi
    Lionel Messi
    Explanation
    This player is commonly known as Messi, and his full name is Lionel Messi.

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  • 6. 

    What is Pelé Official name?(Check your spelling)

    Correct Answer
    Edison Arantes do Nascimento
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Edison Arantes do Nascimento. This is Pelé's official name.

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  • 7. 

    Who won the first official World Cup?

    • A.

      Argentina

    • B.

      Uruguay

    • C.

      Brazil

    • D.

      Italy

    • E.

      Germany

    Correct Answer
    B. Uruguay
    Explanation
    Uruguay won the first official World Cup. The inaugural tournament took place in 1930 in Uruguay, and the home team emerged as the champions. They defeated Argentina in the final with a score of 4-2. This victory marked a significant moment in football history, as it established Uruguay as one of the dominant forces in international football and set the stage for future World Cup competitions.

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  • 8. 

    Who is this Player? (full name)

    Correct Answer
    Steven Gerrard
    Gerrard
    Explanation
    The correct answer for this question is Steven Gerrard. This is because the question asks for the player's full name, and Steven Gerrard is the full name of the player. The second option, "Gerrard," is not a full name as it does not include the player's first name.

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  • 9. 

    How many goal did maradona score in his career?

    • A.

      1000

    • B.

      941

    • C.

      400

    • D.

      311

    • E.

      1200

    Correct Answer
    D. 311
    Explanation
    Maradona scored a total of 311 goals in his career.

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  • 10. 

    How many goals did Pelé score in his career?

    Correct Answer
    1151
    Explanation
    Pelé scored a total of 1151 goals in his career. This indicates that he was an exceptionally talented and prolific goal scorer. Throughout his career, Pelé consistently demonstrated his ability to find the back of the net, making him one of the greatest football players of all time. His impressive goal tally is a testament to his skill, dedication, and impact on the sport.

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  • 11. 

    Who Score the most goals in World cup history?

    • A.

      Ronaldo

    • B.

      Pelé

    • C.

      Klose

    • D.

      Rivaldo

    • E.

      Maradona

    Correct Answer
    A. Ronaldo
    Explanation
    Ronaldo is the correct answer because he has scored the most goals in World Cup history. Throughout his career, Ronaldo played in four World Cup tournaments and scored a total of 15 goals. He surpassed the previous record of 13 goals held by Gerd Muller. Ronaldo's goal-scoring ability and his success in the World Cup make him the player who scored the most goals in the tournament's history.

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  • 12. 

    Who is this player?

    Correct Answer
    Ronaldo
  • 13. 

    Who won the World Cup in 1990?

    • A.

      Argentina

    • B.

      Brazil

    • C.

      England

    • D.

      Germany

    • E.

      Italy

    Correct Answer
    D. Germany
    Explanation
    Germany won the World Cup in 1990.

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  • 14. 

    Who is the 2nd most score goals in soccer history?

    • A.

      Maradona

    • B.

      Ronaldo

    • C.

      Klose

    • D.

      Pelé

    • E.

      Rivaldo

    Correct Answer
    B. Ronaldo
    Explanation
    Ronaldo is the second-highest goal scorer in soccer history. He has scored a total of 767 goals throughout his career, which places him behind only Josef Bican, who holds the record with 805 goals. Ronaldo's prolific goal-scoring ability, combined with his longevity and consistency, has enabled him to achieve this remarkable feat. His goal-scoring prowess has been demonstrated at both the club and international level, making him one of the greatest goal scorers in the history of the sport.

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  • 15. 

    Who is this Player? (

    Correct Answer
    Carlos Tevez
    Tevez
    Explanation
    The player being referred to in the question is Carlos Tevez.

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  • 16. 

    Who was the best goalkeeper in 2002 World Cup?

    Correct Answer
    Oliver Kahn
    Explanation
    Oliver Kahn was considered the best goalkeeper in the 2002 World Cup because of his outstanding performance throughout the tournament. He displayed exceptional skills, agility, and reflexes, making crucial saves and preventing many goals from the opposing teams. Kahn's commanding presence in the goal and his ability to organize and lead the defense also contributed to his recognition as the best goalkeeper. His consistent performances, including a series of impressive saves in the final against Brazil, played a significant role in Germany's success in reaching the final.

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  • 17. 

    Who was score 5 goals in 1 match in world cup 2002?

    • A.

      Rivaldo

    • B.

      Batistuta

    • C.

      Ronaldo

    • D.

      Ronaldinho

    • E.

      Klose

    Correct Answer
    E. Klose
    Explanation
    Miroslav Klose scored 5 goals in 1 match during the World Cup 2002.

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  • 18. 

    Who was the best player in 2009?

    • A.

      Christiano Ronaldo

    • B.

      Messi

    • C.

      Rooney

    • D.

      Eto'o

    • E.

      Drogba

    Correct Answer
    B. Messi
    Explanation
    Messi is considered the best player in 2009 because he had an exceptional year in terms of individual and team achievements. In 2009, Messi won several prestigious awards, including the FIFA World Player of the Year and the Ballon d'Or. He also played a crucial role in helping Barcelona win six major trophies that year, including the UEFA Champions League and the Spanish La Liga. Messi's outstanding performances, goal-scoring ability, and overall impact on the game made him stand out as the best player in 2009.

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  • 19. 

    Who is this Player? (full name)

    Correct Answer
    Didier Drogba
    Drogba
    Explanation
    The player in question is Didier Drogba. Drogba is a well-known football player, and Didier Drogba is his full name. Therefore, both "Didier Drogba" and "Drogba" are correct answers to the question.

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  • 20. 

    Who was the best Player in 2006?

    • A.

      Ronaldo

    • B.

      Messi

    • C.

      Zidane

    • D.

      Christiano Ronaldo

    • E.

      Klose

    Correct Answer
    C. Zidane
    Explanation
    Zidane was considered the best player in 2006 due to his exceptional performance and achievements during that year. In 2006, Zidane played a key role in leading the French national team to the FIFA World Cup final, where he scored a crucial goal. He was also awarded the FIFA World Player of the Year in 2006, further highlighting his outstanding contributions to the sport. Zidane's skill, technique, and impact on the game made him stand out as the best player in that year.

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  • 21. 

    How many Copa America did Argentina won?

    Correct Answer
    14
    Explanation
    Argentina has won 14 Copa America tournaments.

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  • 22. 

    Who is this Player?

    Correct Answer
    Rivaldo
    Explanation
    The player in question is Rivaldo.

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  • 23. 

    Which team won the Olympics without conceding a goal in history?

    • A.

      Uruguay

    • B.

      Brazil

    • C.

      Germany

    • D.

      Italy

    • E.

      Argentina

    Correct Answer
    E. Argentina
    Explanation
    Argentina is the correct answer because they won the Olympics without conceding a goal in history. This means that throughout their Olympic campaign, they did not allow any goals to be scored against them by their opponents.

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