Soccer Trivia Quiz # 144
This is Soccer Quiz # 144, GOOD LUCK! You can head back to the main Soccer Quiz index, or try your luck at a random quiz.Soccer Question 1
The Black Jersey - Which American soccer team competed in the first four MLS grand finals between 1996 and 1999, and won three titles?
The correct answer is 'D.C. United'
D.C. United, based in Washington D.C., won MLS soccer titles in 1996, 1997, 1999, and 2004. They were runner-ups in 1998, losing to the Chicago Fire.
Soccer Question 2
History of Hungarian Soccer - Prior to the 1954 World Cup Final, how many years without a defeat had Hungary endured?
The correct answer is '4'
After the final of the 1954 tournament, Hungary had ended a period of four years and 31 games without a defeat. Austria was the only team to beat them prior to that, on May 14, 1950, by a score of 5 to 3.
Soccer Question 3
Names Of Soccer Players - What's the name of the Australian striker Viduka?
The correct answer is 'Mark'
He played in England for Leeds United.
Soccer Question 4
2002 World Soccer Rankings - What was the lowest ranked African team (tied with Niger)?
The correct answer is 'Seychelles'
Seychelles: 194th, Somalia: 193rd, Djibouti: 192nd, Equatorial Guinea: 191st.
Soccer Question 5
Welcome to China Soccer - Former Bolton ball-winner Stig Tofting, celebrated his release from prison by signing a six-month contract with Chinese first division side Hong Kong United?
The correct answer is 'No'
Tofting joined TianJin KangShiFe (TEDA) during his stay in China in 2003.
Soccer Question 6
Cleveland Sports History - Which indoor soccer hero has played for the Crunch and Force since the 1980's, being named to countless All-Star teams and leading the league in goals scored numerous times ?
The correct answer is 'Hector Marinaro'
Hector led the Crucnh to several NPSL titles in the mid 1990's. He is widely regarded as the greatest player in indoor soccer history.
Soccer Question 7
Soccer Ultimate I - The Giuseppe Meazza stadium is home ground to which two Italian clubs?
The correct answer is 'A.C Milan and Inter Milan'
Also known as the San Siro where Milan and Inter have had some memorable derbys.
Soccer Question 8
Soccer Mix No. 2 - Which club did Christian Karembeu join, after leaving Middlesbrough in 2001?
The correct answer is 'Olympiakos'
Karembeu was born in New Caledonia and represents France at international level.
Soccer Question 9
Costa Rica: Who Am I? - I was born August 10, 1974, in Alajuela, Costa Rica. I was a recognized defender that played in Carmelita, Alajuela, River Plate, Universidad, and Maccabi Netanya in Israel. My fellow citizens consider me a symbol of Costa Rican soccer, but I have sometimes dissapointed them.
The correct answer is 'Luis Antonio Marin'
Luis Marin is possibly one of the best defenders Costa Rica has ever seen. He played at both World Cups of 2002 and 2006, doing an average performance. For the national squad, he played 123 times and scored 5 times.
Soccer Question 10
Name That Former UNC Star - I am one of the best known female soccer players in the world, and I was on the USA World Cup team in 1999. I once resided in the Wichita Falls, Texas area. What is my name?
The correct answer is 'Mia Hamm'
Even though Mia was the star of that team, she was not the hero on that day because Brandy Chastain hit the winning penalty kick.