60 Soccer Trivia Questions and Answers for Real Fans

I reach for soccer trivia questions when I want instant energy, friendly arguments, and “no way you knew that” moments in any group. Even casual fans start guessing, and die‑hards finally get to flex their knowledge.

How to use these soccer trivia questions

You can drop these soccer trivia questions into almost any setting:

• Warm‑up for a sports‑themed meeting
• Friday quiz for fans in the office
• Halftime game during a watch party
• Virtual competition between global teammates

I like to mix easy, medium, and harder questions so everyone scores at least once, while the true soccer nerds still feel challenged.

General soccer rules (10 Q&A)

Q: How many players does each team usually have on the field in a standard soccer match?

A: 11 players

Q: How long does a regular professional soccer match last, not counting stoppage time?

A: 90 minutes

Q: What do referees call the card that results in a player’s immediate dismissal from the game?

A: A red card

Q: How many points does a team earn for a win in most league competitions?

A: 3 points

Q: What is the maximum number of substitutions teams can usually make in modern top‑level competitions?

A: 5 substitutions

Q: What name do people use for the method of deciding a winner with alternating kicks from 12 yards?

A: A penalty shootout

Q: What do officials call the restart when the ball crosses the goal line off a defender without a goal?

A: A corner kick

Q: What do commentators call the situation when a player receives the ball behind the last defender at the wrong time?

A: Offside

Q: What surface do most top professional leagues now use for official league matches?

A: Natural grass or hybrid grass.

Q: What do fans call the player who guards the net and can use their hands inside the penalty area?

A: The goalkeeper

World Cup soccer trivia questions (10 Q&A)

Q: Which country has won the most men’s FIFA World Cups?

A: Brazil

Q: In which year did the first men’s World Cup take place?

A: 1930

Q: Which nation hosted and won the first men’s World Cup?

A: Uruguay

Q: Which country won the men’s World Cup in 2022?

A: Argentina

Q: Which country hosted the 2018 FIFA Men's World Cup?

A: Russia

Q: Which player scored the famous “Hand of God” goal at the 1986 World Cup?

A: Diego Maradona

Q: Which men’s national team has played in every World Cup tournament so far?

A: Brazil

Q: Which country has won the most FIFA Women’s World Cups?

A: United States

Q: Which country hosted the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup?

A: France

Q: Which USWNT player won both the Golden Ball and Golden Boot at the 2019 Women's World Cup?

A: Megan Rapinoe

Looking for quick competition for game nights? Check out Weekend and jump into trivia with Jeopardy! and Song Quiz, or solve word puzzles together with Wheel of Fortune!

Club legends and superstar players (10 Q&A)

Q: Which player many fans call “CR7” holds the men’s record for most international goals?

A: Cristiano Ronaldo

Q: Which Argentine forward, who many people compare with Maradona, spent most of his career at Barcelona?

A: Lionel Messi

Q: Which Brazilian forward wore number 10 and won 3 World Cups with Brazil?

A: Pelé

Q: Which French forward scored a hat‑trick in the 2022 World Cup final?

A: Kylian Mbappé

Q: Which Portuguese forward began his professional career at Sporting CP before joining Manchester United in 2003?

A: Cristiano Ronaldo

Q: Which Spanish midfielder became famous for tiki‑taka at Barcelona and Spain during their golden era?

A: Xavi Hernández

Q: Which English forward scored a record number of goals for Tottenham Hotspur before moving to Bayern Munich in 2023?

A: Harry Kane

Q: Which Brazilian striker scored eight goals to lead the 2002 World Cup scoring charts?

A: Ronaldo Nazário

Q: Which Norwegian striker joined Manchester City in 2022 and quickly set scoring records in England?

A: Erling Haaland

Q: Which Canadian left‑back plays for Bayern Munich and often starts for Canada’s national team?

A: Alphonso Davies

Club competition soccer trivia questions (10 Q&A)

Q: Which European club has won the most UEFA Champions League titles?

A: Real Madrid

Q: Which English club won the first Premier League title in 1992–93?

A: Manchester United

Q: Which Italian club plays home matches at San Siro along with AC Milan?

A: Inter Milan

Q: Which club calls Camp Nou, now Spotify Camp Nou, its historic home stadium?

A: FC Barcelona

Q: Which German club has dominated the Bundesliga with the most league titles?

A: Bayern Munich

Q: Which English club do people often call “The Gunners”?

A: Arsenal

Q: Which French club, based in Paris, has won many Ligue 1 titles with stars like Messi and Neymar?

A: Paris Saint‑Germain (PSG)

Q: Which tournament do European clubs contest each year beneath the Champions League level?

A: UEFA Europa League

Q: Which English club plays home games at Anfield and wears all‑red kits?

A: Liverpool

Q: Which Spanish club from the Basque Country plays home matches at San Mamés, known as “La Catedral”?

A: Athletic Bilbao

Searching for fast-paced fun on trivia nights? Head over to Weekend and jump into trivia with Jeopardy! or tackle word challenges as a group with Wheel of Fortune!

Women’s soccer trivia questions (10 Q&A)

Q: Which country won the inaugural FIFA Women’s World Cup in 1991?

A: United States

Q: Which Brazilian forward holds the all-time record for most goals scored at a FIFA World Cup (men's or women's) with 17 goals?

A: Marta

Q: Which player scored the winning penalty in the 1999 Women’s World Cup final for the United States?

A: Brandi Chastain

Q: Which country won the Women’s World Cup in both 2003 and 2007?

A: Germany

Q: Which American midfielder won the Golden Ball as best player at the 2015 Women’s World Cup?

A: Carli Lloyd

Q: Which country became the first African team to reach the FIFA Women's World Cup quarterfinals, achieving the feat in 1999?

A: Nigeria

Q: Which goalkeeper from Germany set a record by conceding the fewest goals at a Women’s World Cup?

A: Nadine Angerer

Q: Which Dutch goalkeeper won the Golden Glove at the 2019 Women’s World Cup?

A: Sari van Veenendaal

Q: Which country finished as runners‑up at the 2015 Women’s World Cup?

A: Japan

Q: Which USWNT co-captain scored six goals and was named player of the tournament at the 2019 Women's World Cup?

A: Megan Rapinoe

“Did you know?” soccer facts for casual fans (10 Q&A)

Q: Which country many fans call “Azzurri” wears blue and has multiple World Cup titles?

A: Italy

Q: Which country hosted and lost its opening match in the 2022 World Cup?

A: Qatar

Q: How many World Cup titles has Brazil won in men’s soccer?

A: 5 titles

Q: Which World Cup tournament first used 32 teams in the men’s finals?

A: France 1998

Q: Which country’s player, Lucien Laurent, scored the first World Cup goal in history?

A: France

Q: Which country’s national team often plays home matches at Wembley Stadium?

A: England

Q: Which country's national team wears orange and is nicknamed "Oranje"?

A: The Netherlands

Q: Which national team has the nickname “La Albiceleste,” meaning “the white and sky blue”?

A: Argentina

Q: Which national team many fans call “La Roja” wears red and won the 2010 World Cup?

A: Spain

Q: Which country’s national team uses the nickname “Les Bleus” and won in 1998 and 2018?

A: France

How I run soccer trivia at work or at home

When I host a game night around soccer, I run each round like a fast kickoff with simple rules, clear timing, and plenty of drama in the trivia Q&A. I break the questions into short themed sets so casual fans and super‑fans both get chances to score.

I also ask each team to choose a “captain” who reads answers aloud, settles tie‑break guesses, and keeps everyone on track. That small bit of structure lets the game stay fun and loud without turning your living room or conference room into a full‑blown VAR argument.

Weekend turns soccer trivia into a TV match

If you want soccer trivia questions that feel like match day, turn to Weekend for TV‑powered play instead of slides or printouts. It brings the energy of a live quiz show into your living room or meeting room with voice‑controlled games everyone can join.

The Weekend app turns any smart TV into a trivia pitch. You answer out loud using your TV remote or paired phone, watch scores update in real time, and never track points by hand. It's enough to keep even casual fans engaged between real matches.

Here’s a quick look at what you get with Weekend:

• Jeopardy! for players who love fast clues, categories, and big wagers
• Song Quiz for fans who want to guess iconic goal songs and chart‑toppers by year or decade
• Wheel of Fortune (on Roku) for teammates who enjoy shouting out letters and solving word puzzles
• 20 Questions (on Roku) for quick thinkers who want rapid rounds between halves or meetings

If you’re tired of soccer trivia that depends on spreadsheets and printed sheets, it’s time to try Weekend. You can start with a 7-day free trial on supported platforms and see how easily it turns any room into a soccer‑themed trivia night.

Weekend runs on Roku, Fire TV, Samsung Smart TVs, and LG Smart TVs. Search for “Weekend” in your TV’s app store, install the app, and start playing one of our amazing titles in no time at all.

FAQs

Can I use Weekend specifically for soccer trivia sessions?

Yes, you can use Weekend specifically for soccer trivia sessions by framing categories around clubs, World Cups, and players inside Jeopardy! or Song Quiz (Roku, Fire TV, Samsung, LG) rounds. I like running a Jeopardy! board between halves, then switching to Song Quiz to keep the energy high.

Do I need extra hardware or controllers to play Weekend?

No, you don’t need extra hardware or controllers to play Weekend because it runs directly on smart TVs. You use your TV remote or paired phone as the mic and have fun together shouting out answers from your couch.

How do I get the Weekend app on my smart TV?

You get the Weekend app on your smart TV by opening the TV’s app store, searching for “Weekend,” and installing the official Weekend app. I like how this works the same way on Roku, Fire TV, Samsung, and LG, so I can launch Song Quiz in minutes.

Is Weekend family‑friendly for mixed groups of soccer fans?

Yes, Weekend is family‑friendly for mixed groups of soccer fans, with trivia formats that work for kids, teens, and adults in the same room. I feel comfortable putting Wheel of Fortune or 20 Questions (Roku) on the TV during a watch party without worrying about awkward content.

Do I have to track scores manually with the Weekend app?

No, you don’t have to track scores manually with the Weekend app because the app handles timing, answers, and leaderboards for games like Jeopardy! and Song Quiz. I love focusing on cheering and trash talk while Weekend manages the scoring and streaks in the background.