Soccer Trivia

Welcome to the pulsating and electrifying world of soccer, a sport that has been enthralling audiences worldwide with its dramatic matches and larger-than-life personalities. But beyond the thrilling goals and nail-biting penalty shootouts, there lies a wealth of unusual facts and fascinating stories that illuminate the game’s rich history and global influence.

Did you know that the modern game of soccer began in England in the mid-19th century, but versions of the sport can be traced back over 2,000 years to ancient civilizations? Or that the fastest goal in professional soccer history was scored in just 2.2 seconds by Ricardo Olivera in Uruguay in 1998?

Consider the surprising fact that Brazil’s Marta Vieira da Silva holds the record for the most goals scored at the FIFA World Cup, both men’s and women’s. She surpassed Miroslav Klose’s record in 2019. Or the unusual tidbit that the largest-ever soccer match attendance was over 173,000 people in a stadium in Brazil for the 1950 World Cup final.

From the birth of the sport to its contemporary heroes and stunning surprises, every corner of the soccer world holds a wealth of intriguing information. As we lace up our cleats and take to the field of soccer trivia, we unveil a game that is as fascinating as it is beloved. So, soccer enthusiasts, prepare to embark on a journey into the lesser-known facts of the beautiful game. Let the match of intriguing soccer discoveries begin!