The Year That Was Trivia Quiz

Answer: 1992

Leeds won the title under the guidance of Howard Wilkinson. The driving force behind their success were players such as David Batty, Rod Wallace, Gordon Strachan, and Eric Cantona. Burnley became the last ever winners of Division Four by gaining 83 points, six more than Rotherham United. Denmark's story in Euro '92 is what fantasies are made of. Yugoslavia were forced to pull out of the finals, paving the way for Denmark. What followed was the Danes going all the way, and beating Germany 2-0 in the final. John Jensen and Kim Vilfort scored the goals in the game.

Answer: 1995

Cantona's kung-fu style kick on a Crystal Palace supporter after being sent off in the game earned the Frenchman an eight month ban, and 120 hours of community service. In the press conference that ensued, Cantona uttered the now famous words "When the seagulls follow the trawler, it's because they think sardines will be thrown into the sea." Blackburn's title success came courtesy of owner Jack Walker's millions, and a certain Alan Shearer.

Shearer scored for fun that season, and alongside Chris Sutton, became what was known as the "SAS". Everton won the 1995 FA Cup final 1-0, thanks to Paul Rideout's 30th minute goal against Manchester United.

The Toffee's team that day was: Neville Southall, Matt Jackson, Dave Watson, Gary Ablett, David Unsworth, Joe Parkinson, Barry Horne, Anders Limpar, Andy Hinchcliffe, Paul Rideout, and Graham Stuart. Coming on as substitutes were Daniel Amokachi and Duncan Ferguson.

Answer: 1988

Peter Shilton's 100th England game wasn't to be a good night, as Holland coasted to a 3-1 victory in Euro '88. Widely regarded as one of England's greatest ever goalkeepers, Shilton played 125 times in total for his country. Marco van Basten was one of Holland's all-time greats.

He won the European Footballer of the Year title three times in 1988, 1989, and 1992, and also became the World Player of the Year in 1992. Van Basten scored 24 goals in 58 games for his country, and became coach of the national side in 2004.

The side that was formerly Wimbledon produced a major shock in the 1988 FA Cup final, as they defeated Liverpool 1-0. Lawrie Sanchez scored the only goal of the game in the 37th minute. Wimbledon's team that day was: Dave Beasant, Clive Goodyear, Terry Phelan, Vinny Jones, Eric Young, Andy Thorn, Terry Gilson, Alan Cork, John Fashanu, Lawrie Sanchez, and Dennis Wise. Also making substitute appearances were John Scales and Laurie Cunningham. Legend has it that Alan Cork refused to shave his beard throughout the tournament as a good luck charm!

Answer: 1989

The Hillsborough disaster occured on 15th April, when 96 Liverpool supporters were crushed after the gates were opened to let in more fans to the stadium. Liverpool and Nottingham Forest were the teams that day in an FA Cup semi-final game, which was abandoned after six minutes of play after fans poured onto the pitch in the ensuing crush. Because of the Hillsborough disaster, the Liverpool v Arsenal game took place at the end of the season, after all other games had been played. Going into the game on 26th May, Liverpool were in pole position for the title, with Arsenal having to win by two goals at Anfield. Alan Smith scored the opener for the Gunners in the 52nd minute, and at 1-0, the game ticked on.

The Liverpool supporters were in full voice as the clock reached 92 minutes but incredibly, Michael Thomas scored the title-winning goal and Arsenal were champions, beating Liverpool 2-0.

In a classic FA Cup final, Liverpool beat their Merseyside neighbours 3-2. John Aldridge scored as early as the fourth minute to put the reds in the lead, but Stuart McCall levelled the tie in the 89th minute to send the game into extra time.

In the 94th minute Ian Rush put Liverpool 2-1 ahead, but McCall once more levelled the score in the 102nd. Ian Rush once again proved to be the jewel in Anfield's crown as he scored the winner in the 104th minute. Liverpool's team that day was: Bruce Grobbelaar, Gary Ablett, Steve Staunton, Steve Nicol, Ronnie Whelan, Alan Hansen, Peter Beardsley, John Aldridge, Ray Houghton, John Barnes, and Steve McMahon.

Answer: 1986

Jose Luis Brown scored the opening goal of the 1986 World Cup final for Argentina against West Germany. Jorge Valdano made it 2-0, before Karl-Heinz Rummenigge and Rudi Voller levelled the game. Jorge Burruchaga won the World Cup for Argentina with an 84th minute goal. Gary Winston Lineker's career was littered with goals.

The prolific striker began his career with Leicester City before signing for Everton. At Goodison Park, Lineker scored 30 goals in 41 League games, and a move to Spain and Barcelona followed.

The Nou Camp proved a bleak spell in Lineker's career, and he moved home to England and Tottenham Hotspur in 1989. Lineker fell one goal short of Bobby Charlton's haul of 49 England goals, and retired from the game in 1991. Sir Alex Ferguson's managerial career began in 1975, when he took the hot seat at St. Mirren in Scotland. Ferguson had three seasons there before he signed a deal to become Aberdeen's manager.

In 1980, Ferguson guided Aberdeen to the Scottish League title, and they won it again in 1984. During his time at Pittodrie, the club also won the European Cup-Winners Cup in 1983.

Answer: 1999

Teddy Sheringham began his career with Millwall in 1984, and quickly formed a partnership at the Den with Tony Cascarino. Brian Clough signed the striker for Nottingham Forest in 1991, and Sheringham played one season there before moving to London with Tottenham Hotspur.

A shock move to Manchester United came about in 1997, when the then 31 year old put pen to paper on an Old Trafford contract. It was in 1999 when Sheringham won the Premiership title, the FA Cup, and the European Cup (also known as the treble) with United.

The first game at Springfield Park was played in 1897. Wigan's football team played there in its many guises. Wigan County, Wigan United, Wigan Town and Wigan Borough all played there, as well as Wigan Athletic. The last game at Springfield Park was a first leg play-off against Manchester City, which ended in a 1-1 draw. Wigan were to be denied in the second leg, as City won the tie 2-1 on aggregate. Wigan moved into the JJB stadium for the following season. Thierry Henry started out his career in his native France with Monaco in 1995.

The striker enjoyed four seasons there, before a move to Italy with Juventus. Henry only played for seven months at the Delle Alpi, before Arsenal signed him. On 18th October, 2005, Henry broke the Arsenal goal scoring record, by surpassing Ian Wright's tally of 185 goals in all competitions.

Answer: 1997

Wright scored 185 goals in all competitions for Arsenal between 1991-98. Wright also played 33 times for England, scoring nine goals in the process. His first cap came against Cameroon in 1991, while his last England appearance was against the Czech Republic in 1998.

After retiring from the game, Wright went into television presenting. A controversial figure wherever he played, Eric Cantona found his true home at Old Trafford with Manchester United. Throughout his career he played for Auxerre, Martiques, Bordeaux, Montpellier, and Nimes in his native France, before signing for Leeds United in February, 1992.

A shock transfer to Man United nine months later came about, and the rest, as they say, is history. Cantona helped United to four Premiership titles during his five year stay, scoring 64 goals in 144 League games. Ronaldo Luis Nazário de Lima, shortened to Ronaldo as many of the Brazilian players do, has done it all. Three-time FIFA World Player of the Year in 1996, 1997, and 2002, World Cup winner in 1994 and 2002, European Footballer of the Year in 1997 and 2002, as well as winning La Liga with Real Madrid.

Answer: 2003

Wayne Rooney's England debut came in a friendly game at West Ham's Upton Park against Australia on 13th February, 2003. Rooney was 17 years and 111 days old at the time of his debut, which Australia won, 3-1. Other notable players to have held the younges England player title include Michael Owen and Duncan Edwards. Southampton's cup run began with a 4-0 victory at home to Tottenham Hotspur in the third round.

The club shared a 1-1 draw with Millwall in round four, but won the replay 2-1. The fifth and sixth rounds saw the Saints win 2-0 in both games against Norwich City and Wolverhampton Wanderers.

In the semi-final game against Watford, Southampton won 2-1 to reach the final. Robert Pires scored the only goal of the 2003 FA Cup final, as Arsenal defeated the Saints. Yeovil Town took the Football Conference title by a huge 18 points, and only lost three games all season. Also promoted that year were Doncaster Rovers. Yeovil and Doncaster replaced Exeter City and Shrewsbury Town in the Football League.

Answer: 1987

On 9th September, 1987, Neil Webb played in England's 8-0 rout of Turkey, and even scored on his international debut. During his career, the midfielder played for Reading, Portsmouth, Nottingham Forest, Manchester United, Swindon Town, and Grimsby Town. On their way to the FA Cup final, Coventry beat Bolton Wanderers 3-0, Manchester United 1-0, Stoke City 1-0, Sheffield Wednesday 3-1, and Leeds United 3-2. Coventry beat Tottenham Hotspur 3-2 in the final, courtesy of goals from Dave Bennett, Keith Houchen, and a Gary Mabbutt own goal in extra time.

The Coventry team that day was: Steve Ogrizovic, Dave Phillips, Greg Downs, Lloyd McGrath, Kevin Kilcline, Trevor Peake, Dave Bennett, Micky Gynn, Cyrille Regis, Keith Houchen, and Nick Pickering. Everton's ninth League championship was won by six points over their nearest rivals, Liverpool.

They gained 86 points, winning 26 games, drawing eight, and losing eight. Everton scored 76 goals, and conceded 31.

Answer: 2001

Sven-Göran Eriksson became the first foreign coach of the England national side when he was appointed. During his career, he has managed Degerfors, IFK Gothenburg, Benfica, AS Roma, Fiorentina, Sampdoria and Lazio. Eriksson guided England to World Cup 2002 and 2006, as well as the 2004 European Championships. Les Sealey was only 43 year old when he died of an heart attack. During his career he played for Coventry City, Luton Town, Plymouth Argyle, Manchester United, Aston Villa, West Ham United, Birmingham City, Blackpool, Leyton Orient, and Bury. Sealey's most famous recognition came in the 1990 FA Cup final replay, when he replaced the dropped Jim Leighton and helped Manchester United to a 1-0 win over Crystal Palace. Fulham were promoted into the Premier League with 101 points from 46 games. During the season, they lost just five times in total, and Blackburn Rovers, their nearest rivals, finished the season 10 points adrift. Bolton Wanderers were also promoted that season.