Soccer Trivia Quiz # 139
This is Soccer Quiz # 139, GOOD LUCK! You can head back to the main Soccer Quiz index, or try your luck at a random quiz.Soccer Question 1
Danish Soccer in 2004 - Which of the following made their international debut in 2004?
The correct answer is 'Both candidates'
Kroldrup against Turkey and Andersen against Spain.
Soccer Question 2
Soccer Players With an 'H'? - I was born in Wales in 1963. My real first name is Leslie. Although I wasn't a prolific goalscorer, a good number were special when they hit the net. Who am I?
The correct answer is 'Mark Hughes'
Leslie Mark 'Sparky' Hughes was born on 1st November, 1963, in Wrexham, Wales. During his career, he played for Manchester United (twice), Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Chelsea, Southampton, Everton, and Blackburn Rovers. Hughes managed the Welsh national team between 1999-2004, before taking charge of Blackburn Rovers.
Soccer Question 3
U.S. Women's Soccer - Which former player had an Arabian Horse named Vinnie?
The correct answer is 'Michelle Akers'
Soccer Question 4
United States Youth Soccer - In the Olympic Development Program endeavor as well as all other activities, the USYSA was divided into how many regions in 2004?
The correct answer is '4'
They generally translate into : Reg I - Northeast, Reg II - Midwest, Reg III - South and Reg IV - West.
Soccer Question 5
Danish Soccer in 2003 - Which player/players played for Chelsea?
The correct answer is 'none of the shown'
JESPER GRONKJAER plays for Chelsea, who is one of my favorite players. Gudjohnsen is from Iceland.
Soccer Question 6
Man Made Disasters in World History I - One unfortunate side effect of the mass popularity of soccer are the riots that have accompanied some of the games. The deadliest soccer riot in world history occurred after an unfavorable ruling by a referee broke up a game in this country in May, 1964:
The correct answer is 'Peru'
The Peruvian soccer team was playing host to Argentina in the capital city of Lima. 300 died and over 500 were injured.
Soccer Question 7
General Sports - Soccer. Paul Le Guen took over as manager at which club for the 2005-06 season?
The correct answer is 'Glasgow Rangers'
Paul Le Guen succeeded Alex McLeish at Glasgow Rangers.
Soccer Question 8
U.S. and Major League Soccer - Who scored the lone goal in the historic 1-0 win by the U.S. against Brazil in 1998?
The correct answer is 'Preki'
Kasey Keller made several spectacular saves to help win the game.
Soccer Question 9
English Soccer - From which club did Leicester City buy Matt Elliott?
The correct answer is 'Oxford United'
Soccer Question 10
History Movies - 'Elizabeth' (1998) was a game, if not entirely accurate, telling of the early years of the reign of Elizabeth I. Among the cast was a famous French soccer player, who had recently hung up his boots in favour of an acting career. Who is this?
The correct answer is 'Eric Cantona'
Cantona, known simply as 'Dieu' by his adoring fans - was an exceptionally talented soccer player whose temper, unfortunately, often got the better of him.