World Cup Football Quiz (The FIFA World Cup quiz)

Fifa World Cup Quiz
By Snehanjan Das

Fifa World Cup Quiz
Q.M- Snehanjan Das 9339465390 Date- 06.07.2026
➢ The legendary ‘cheat-
sheet’ paper that helped
a goalkeeper turn the
tables for his team.
➢ When was it used and by
whom?
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Q.M- Snehanjan Das Ph- 9339465390 Date- 06.07.2026
This famous "cheat sheet" was used by German goalkeeper Jens Lehmann during the
penalty shootout against Argentina in the 2006 FIFA World Cup. Referring to the notes, Lehmann
made two crucial penalty saves, helping Germany win the shootout and advance to the semi-finals.

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➢ In the 1990 WC, Costa Rica suddenly changed their jersey after one
game. Their oldest club Libertad had gone out of business and they
used jerseys based on Libertad's in the World Cup. This was
ostensibly the reason but was really a ploy for something else.
➢ The 2014 WC away jersey for Germany also had similar reasons
behind its design but all that was forgotten after they mauled Brazil
7–1 in the semis wearing that kit.
➢ What was the reason behind these changes/designs?
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Both teams adopted jersey designs resembling famous local clubs of the host nation to win
the support and goodwill of local fans.
Germany (2014, Brazil): Away kit inspired by Flamengo.
Costa Rica (1990, Italy): Kit resembling Juventus.

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➢ Christiano Ronaldo wearing jersey number 21, just after
the Portugal Croatia match in 2026.
➢ Why did he wear this jersey?
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Ronaldo pay an emotional tribute to his late former national teammate, Diogo Jota.

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➢ This footballer, known as one of the greatest
dribblers in football history, played as a right
winger and dazzled fans with his exceptional
skill. His iconic nickname was inspired by this
small brown bird, commonly found in his
hometown of Pau Grande.
➢ Identify this footballing legend who played
a pivotal role for the victory of his country in
1958 and 1962 WC ?
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➢ Often revered as Australia’s best footballer
of all time, X was signed by Jamshedpur FC
in 2018 to bolster their attack.
➢ The former Socceroo brought a ton of
experience with him to the Indian shores,
having played in three World Cups. X
scored the first-ever goal for Australia at a
World Cup in 2006 and followed it up with
goals in 2010 and 2014 as well. ID X…
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➢ A jalapeño pepper is a medium-sized chili pepper
belonging to the species Capsicum annuum.
Jalapeños are rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and
antioxidants. Their spiciness comes from a natural
compound called capsaicin.
➢ A sombrero is a traditional wide-brimmed hat
designed to protect the wearer from the sun. The
word sombrero comes from the Spanish word
"sombra," meaning "shade.”
➢ Connect both of them to the WC ….
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Pique (Mexico, 1986) A jalapeno pepper, characteristics of Mexican cuisine, with a moustache
and wearing a sombrero. Its name comes from picante, Spanish for spicy peppers and sauces.

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2026
1978 2018
➢ 2026 = ?
➢ What is the list all about ? (Be Specific)
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Aymen Hussein, Only 3 players in the history of the FIFA World Cup (men's
tournament) have scored both a goal for their own team and an own goal in the same match.

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➢ Pamela (vis.) is a popular social media
influencer who notably made headlines
in 2021 by recreating one of her father's
famous nude photo shoots, covering her
modesty only with goalkeeper gloves.
➢ Identify the father who became a
globally recognized figure during the
1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy..??
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In Men's ODI Cricket World Cup
In men's FIFA WC history = ?
List = ?
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The highest number of goals scored by a player in a single men's FIFA World Cup game is 5, a
record set by Russia's Oleg Salenko against Cameroon on June 28, 1994.

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Who is this unsung hero ?
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Cláudio Taffarel , the greatest goalkeepers in the history of Brazilian
football and a key figure in Brazil's 1994 FIFA World Cup triumph.

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➢ He is Paul Biya ... His one “request”
gave the chances to the football
lovers all over the world to witness
some special skills and goals and
some Unique celebration too ...
➢ What was that ‘request’ …?
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HE REQUESTED ROGER MILLA TO COMEBACK FROM HIS
RETIREMENT TO PLAY 1990 WORLD CUP.

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➢ One of the most infamous incidents in FIFA World Cup
history occurred when Dutch midfielder Frank Rijkaard spat
at a German footballer during the heated Round of 16 clash
at the 1990 FIFA World Cup.
➢ Can you name the German player, who later went on to
become the head coach of the German national team?
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Rudi Völler

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➢ It all started during a friendly in 1931 between France
and England (in which France beat their neighbors for
the first time). In the World Cups, it was introduced in
1954. FIFA frowned at and banned it in Mexico 1986,
only to support it later in the 90s.
➢ This time Iran team was instructed not to do it.
➢ What is this, I am talking about?
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Swapping shirts after the game.

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➢ Recreational
mathematicians call it 'locus
of god'. The trajectory of
which is shown below.
➢ What am I talking about?
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Diego Maradona’s famous run during the ‘Goal of the Century’
against England in 1986.

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➢ He is only the second
footballer in the history of
WC to achieve a certain
feat.
➢ Who, and what feat I am
talking about? Also name
the first one…
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Pagliuca became the first goalkeeper to receive a red card in World Cup
history after handling the ball outside the penalty area.

This FIFA World Cup quiz
highlighted the unforgettable
moments and legends that
define the beautiful game.
Thank you for your
enthusiasm, and may the spirit
of football keep inspiring you!
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World Cup Football Quiz (The FIFA World Cup quiz)

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