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Quiz about Modern FIFA World Cup Moments

Modern FIFA World Cup Moments Trivia Quiz

For most of us fresh quiz buffs, 1930-1966 might be a stretch, so let us see how we fare with questions ranging from 1970-2006.

A multiple-choice quiz by Triviacentric. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
Triviacentric

Time
5 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
319,048

Updated
Jul 23 22

# Qns
10

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Tough

Avg Score
5 / 10

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Top 35% Quiz

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Question 1 of 10

1. In the quarterfinals of the 2006 FIFA World Cup, referee Horacio Elizondo sent off Wayne Rooney in the 62nd minute. Following that incident, Alan Shearer remarked, "I think there is every chance that Wayne Rooney will go back to training and stick one on him". Who was Alan Shearer referring to? Hint

Ricardo Carvalho

Nuno Valente

Lu�s Boa Morte

Cristiano Ronaldo

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Question 2 of 10

2. Who was the referee for the 2002 FIFA World Cup final between Brazil and Germany? Hint

Anders Frisk

Byron Moreno

Graham Poll

Pierluigi Collina

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Question 3 of 10

3. Who was the youngest captain in the 1998 FIFA World Cup? Hint

Nwankwo Kanu

Yousuf Al-Thunayan

Fran�ois Omam-Biyik

Andres Estrada

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Question 4 of 10

4. Many trivia questions have been based on the 1994 FIFA World Cup, such as who missed the penalty that gave Brazil its fourth World Cup, or who became the oldest goal scorer ever in World Cup history. FYI, it was Roger Milla at 42 years, 39 days against Russia in the group stages. Now the question is, who was the second oldest goal scorer in the 1994 FIFA World Cup? Hint

Diego Maradona

Fernando Clavijo

John Aldridge

Jos� Mari Bakero

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Question 5 of 10

5. In the semi-finals of the 1990 FIFA World Cup, West Germany beat England 4-3 on penalties after Chris Waddle had blazed high. Which West German player was famously pictured consoling Chris Waddle following that incident? Hint

Bodo Illgner

Lothar Matthaus

Jurgen Klinsmann

Pierre Littbarski

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Question 6 of 10

6. "I'm still unhappy about it because he robbed us so I'll never forgive him". The late Sir Bobby Robson reminisced about that ill fated moment in the 1986 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Argentina. Who was the late Sir Bobby Robson referring to? Hint

Diego Maradona

Carlos Bilardo

Jorge Valdano

Ali Bin Nasser

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Question 7 of 10

7. In the 1982 FIFA World Cup, Brazil were heavy favourites. In the pivotal group match against Italy, which Brazilian player famously remonstrated with his ripped shirt to referee Abraham Klein? Hint

S�crates

J�nior

Falc�o

Zico

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Question 8 of 10

8. At just 18, Diego Maradona was considered too young for the 1978 FIFA World Cup. Who was the Argentine coach that passed over Diego Maradona? Hint

Carlos Bilardo

Antonio Rattin

Vladislao Cap

Cesar Luis Menotti

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Question 9 of 10

9. In the 1974 FIFA World Cup, Rinus Michels' revolution of total football had the world in awe. The Dutch had scored before the West Germans had even touched the ball. Which West German player took down Johan Cruyff, thus resulting in the penalty which Neeskens converted? Hint

Berti Vogts

Gerd M�ller

Franz Beckenbauer

Uli Hoeness

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Question 10 of 10

10. In the 1970 FIFA World Cup group stages, Brazil had just beaten England with a solitary Jairzinho goal. Following the match, who did Pele famously embrace? Hint

Gordon Banks

Peter Osgood

Bobby Charlton

Bobby Moore

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

Answer: Cristiano Ronaldo

Horacio Elizondo, the referee who controversially sent off Rooney in the quarterfinals would also be shrouded in controversy, after sending off Zinedine Zidane in the final.

2. Who was the referee for the 2002 FIFA World Cup final between Brazil and Germany?

Answer: Pierluigi Collina

Of the four choices, Anders Frisk would retire amidst death threats. Graham Poll retired following his three yellow card - red card show in the 2006 FIFA World Cup. Byron Moreno was given the tap on the shoulder following national and international controversies over his refereeing performances.

3. Who was the youngest captain in the 1998 FIFA World Cup?

Answer: Nwankwo Kanu

Nwankwo Kanu is the youngest captain in World Cup history at just 21 in 1998. Interestingly enough, Turgay Seren (22 years old, 33 days) and Ladislav Nov�k (22 years old, 193 days) were second and third respectively and both appeared in the 1954 FIFA World Cup.

Not to mention, Harry Keough is fourth on the list of youngest ever captains, and he appeared in the 1950 FIFA World Cup. It seems back then, age wasn't really a contributing factor in captaincy.

Answer: John Aldridge

John Aldridge made two substitute appearances against Italy and Mexico (where he scored), and started against Norway.

Answer: Lothar Matthaus

It was said that the late Sir Bobby Robson had contemplated about bringing on a much younger, taller, and agile Dave Beasant for Peter Shilton as penalties were nearing. Peter Shilton saved zero German spot kicks.

Answer: Diego Maradona

In the space of three minutes, Diego Maradona cemented his position as one of the world's greatest ever with those two iconic goals.

7. In the 1982 FIFA World Cup, Brazil were heavy favourites. In the pivotal group match against Italy, which Brazilian player famously remonstrated with his ripped shirt to referee Abraham Klein?

Answer: Zico

In 1982, the second round was played as another round of group stages, with the six teams divided into two groups. Qualifications were based on who was on top after two matches.

8. At just 18, Diego Maradona was considered too young for the 1978 FIFA World Cup. Who was the Argentine coach that passed over Diego Maradona?

Answer: Cesar Luis Menotti

Cesar Luis Menotti would later be vindicated with his decision, as Argentina triumphed in the 1978 World Cup.

Answer: Uli Hoeness

Uli Hoeness who committed the challenge was a forward. According to Dutch player Willem van Hanegem, the reason why they lost that day was that half the team wanted to humiliate the West Germans with keep ball (remnants of WWII). But, the other half wanted to look for a second goal.

This disorganization was capitalized by a disciplined West German unit which ultimately ended up winning the match, 2-1.

10. In the 1970 FIFA World Cup group stages, Brazil had just beaten England with a solitary Jairzinho goal. Following the match, who did Pele famously embrace?

Answer: Bobby Moore

According to ex West Ham player Robbie Slater, one of the first things he saw going into Harry Redknapp's office, was that iconic picture of Pele and Bobby Moore.

Source: Author Triviacentric

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