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12 UK Football quizzes and 125 UK Football trivia questions.
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  UK Football Team Anagrams [1]   best quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
See if you can find your team amongst these anagrams of league teams. I hope that you have fun with it. :-)
Average, 10 Qns, Nightmare, Sep 20 09
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  England Soccer Captain Anagrams   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
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All of these questions relate to players that have captained the England international soccer team since 1950. Can you rearrange the words in capitals to identify them? Extra clues are provided in the questions.
Average, 10 Qns, glendathecat, Jan 10 11
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  UK Football Team Anagrams [2]   best quiz  
Multiple Choice
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Another anagram word play on some great UK Football teams. You'll have all the letters and clues. I hope that you have fun with it. :)
Average, 10 Qns, Nightmare, Oct 10 09
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Nightmare gold member
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  Break the Chelsea Anagram Code   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
All answers are based on players at Chelsea in the 2009/10 season. Captain John Terry was searching for his teammates that had mysteriously vanished. Can you help him find them before the big match or did you fail?
Average, 10 Qns, papasmurf13, Oct 06 09
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  UK Football Teams   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Rearrange the words in capitals to find football clubs names in the UK.
Average, 10 Qns, Lord_Digby, Jan 11 09
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  English Football Club Anagrams: Pt.1   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is an anagram quiz on clubs from the English Premier League in the season 2007-08!
Average, 10 Qns, Tomaster, Jul 28 08
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  English Football Club Anagrams: Pt 2    
Multiple Choice
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Here is the second installment of the Premier League club anagram quiz.
Easier, 10 Qns, Tomaster, Feb 21 08
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Tomaster
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  Premiership Footballers #2    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
An anagram of Premiership stars who plied their trade during the 2006-07 season.
Tough, 10 Qns, doomed, Sep 24 10
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doomed
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  Cryptic British Football Teams    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
See if you can find the hidden British professional football teams in the following text.
Average, 15 Qns, gillimalta, Aug 21 08
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gillimalta
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  Hidden Words: English Football Teams    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is a hidden words quiz where the hidden words are English football teams. Enjoy!
Average, 10 Qns, clarky323, Oct 27 11
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  Premiership Footballers #1    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
An anagram of Premiership stars who plied their trade during the 2006-07 season.
Difficult, 10 Qns, doomed, Mar 28 08
Difficult
doomed
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  Sunderland AFC 2006-07 Anagram    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is an anagram of probably the best football team of the Northeast!
Average, 10 Qns, Tomaster, Jan 27 08
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Tomaster
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UK Football Trivia Questions
1. A Goalkeeper has to keep a clean sheet as often as he can.

From Quiz Hidden Words: English Football Teams

Answer: Stoke

haS TO KEep In 2011, Stoke City reached the final of the FA Cup for the first time 148 years after they were formed, losing to Manchester City 1-0.

2. Many a player has heard the taunt of, "Even my grandmother could have scored that", in the light of a glaring miss. But which England captain scored so many goals between 1984 and 1992, that he must have been LIKE YER GRAN?

From Quiz England Soccer Captain Anagrams

Answer: Gary Lineker

Lineker scored 48 goals for England, one short of the all-time record set by Sir Bobby Charlton. His final international game came against Sweden in the 1992 European Championship finals. Many were critical of manager Graham Taylor who substituted him with 29 minutes remaining rather than sentimentally allow him to stay on to try to score that extra goal.

3. A note came under the door with, 'break the code' written on it. You focused on the word CODE. That was it, a Chelsea Portuguese international midfield player was the answer.

From Quiz Break the Chelsea Anagram Code

Answer: Deco

Chelsea signed Deco from Barcelona in 2008. He won the Champions League with Barcelona in 2006 and Porto in 2004. He made his debut for Portugal against Brazil in 2003, which was fitting, as Deco was born in Brazil. He scored in that match.

4. Stanley MATHEWS played for Stoke City and Blackpool, but he didn't play for this club.

From Quiz UK Football Teams

Answer: West Ham & West ham United

West Ham was originally known as Thames Ironworks F.C. The name was changed in 1900. West Ham first joined the football league in 1919. Three players from West Ham played in the 1966 World Cup. Bobby Moore, Geoff Hurst, and Martin Peters all played their part in winning the World Cup.

5. In her blonde wig and low cut dress, she felt every inch the sophisticated lady she was trying so hard to portray.

From Quiz Cryptic British Football Teams

Answer: Wigan

In her blonde WIG ANd low cut dress, she felt every inch the sophisticated lady she was trying to portray. Wigan Athletic's nickname is 'The Latics' and their first manager was Charlie Spencer between 1932-1937.

6. The relatively new stadium was annoying fans of wildlife as a SEAL RAN away when his breeder brought him there for a special treat?

From Quiz English Football Club Anagrams: Pt 2

Answer: Arsenal

Arsenal play their home games at the Emirates Stadium. Their home kit is red shirts and white shorts.

7. Their best player is said to be a MIGHTY, MINI CRAB named Boris but I think that Liam Ridgewell would disagree?

From Quiz English Football Club Anagrams: Pt.1

Answer: Birmingham City

Birmingham City play their home games at St. Andrew's stadium. Their home kit is blue and white shirts and white shorts. Their main rival is Aston Villa.

8. Like my father I played for West Ham United and share the same PARK FARMLAND name. Who am I?

From Quiz Premiership Footballers #1

Answer: Frank Lampard

Lampard had by his high standards an average season. Despite helping win the League Cup and FA Cup double, Frank missed out on the big two trophies (Champions League and Premiership), in which many had expected Chelsea to win. Lampard began his career in East London with West Ham, where in a seven-year spell he enjoyed limited success. In May 2001, he was transferred to Chelsea for an undisclosed fee. By the end of the 2006-07 season, Lampard had won seven major honours for his clubs and represented England over 50 times.

9. A man from the new cast leaves after one day.

From Quiz Hidden Words: English Football Teams

Answer: Newcastle

NEW CAST LEaves Newcastle United have NEVER dropped below the second tier of English football since joining the Football League in 1893.

10. This captain was just as competent as a player and manager at leading the national team into their MALE FRAYS. Who is this man, whose greatest triumph came in the mid-1960s?

From Quiz England Soccer Captain Anagrams

Answer: Alf Ramsey

Ramsey made 32 international appearances as a player between 1948 and 1953. His greatest triumph was as manager of England when they won the World Cup in 1966. A knighthood followed in 1967. Prior to being appointed as England manager, Ramsey made his managerial name at Ipswich Town whom he took from the Third Division South to the top of the First Division in just six seasons.

11. The television turned on and an unseen episode of 'Cagney and Lacey' came on. They were playing golf and Lacey holes a ten-foot putt. That must have been it. LACEY HOLES! The answer was a Chelsea English international left back.

From Quiz Break the Chelsea Anagram Code

Answer: Ashley Cole

Chelsea signed Ashley from Arsenal in 2006. Before that, Chelsea were embroiled in a 'tapping up' incident with the player which the newspapers had dubbed 'Cole-gate'. He made his England debut against Albania on the 28th of March, 2001. Ashley married Cheryl Tweedy, a member of the pop act, Girls Aloud, in 2006. He is also distantly related to the singer, Mariah Carey. "Cagney and Lacey" ran from 1982-1988.

12. Under manager Charlie Spencer, this club began in the 1930s and played at Springfield Park. With A GENITAL WITCH, the club did not have entry into the Football League until the 1978-79 season. Which team is this?

From Quiz UK Football Team Anagrams [2]

Answer: Wigan Athletic

Wigan was formed in 1932. They played at Springfield for over 60 years before moving into JJB Stadium. Wigan was first promoted to the Premiership in the 2004-05 season.

13. A Yorkshire football supporter might say, the striker hit the ball OVERNET.

From Quiz UK Football Teams

Answer: Everton

Everton Football Club was formed in 1878. Everton's home strip is a blue shirt with white shorts and socks. Top rated players who have played for Everton include Dixie Dean, Alan Ball, Neville Southall, and Ray Wilson.

14. He was on time and looked just as handsome as when she first saw him in her home trying, unsuccessfully, to sell burglar alarms to Ken, her stepfather.

From Quiz Cryptic British Football Teams

Answer: Stoke

He was on time and looked just as handsome as when she first saw him in her home trying, unsuccessfully, to sell burglar alarmS TO KEn, her stepfather. Stoke City won their first significent trophy, beating Chelsea 2-1 in 1972 to win the League Cup. Their nickname is 'The Potters'.

15. Their motto was not LEARN AS we go, because they went through 2003-04 without losing a single match. Which team was this?

From Quiz UK Football Team Anagrams [1]

Answer: Arsenal

The tremendous 2003-04 squad included goalkeeper Jens Lehmann, Patrick Viera, Edu, and Ashley Cole. After 93 seasons at Highbury, the team moved into the new Emirates Stadium in 2006.

16. Their kit man was on the news after he invented the MOTH SPROUT in his home near the pier?

From Quiz English Football Club Anagrams: Pt 2

Answer: Portsmouth

Portsmouth play their home games at Fratton Park. Their home kit is blue shirts and white shorts.

17. Their Finnish goalkeeper was described as A NEWBORN OLDSTER by his ginger manager?

From Quiz English Football Club Anagrams: Pt.1

Answer: Bolton Wanderers

Bolton Wanderers play their home games at the Reebok Stadium from 1997 to 2014. Their home kit is white shirts and white shorts.

18. OH DOG ANNOTATE JAW, maybe not a dog's jaw, but I certainly have taken a few knocks to mine. I have been in Leeds, Madrid and in the smog of the north east. Who am I?

From Quiz Premiership Footballers #2

Answer: Jonathan Woodgate

Woodgate started his career at Middlesbrough, but due to contract difficulties left for Leeds United in 1997. He became part of a young and exciting Leeds United side during the next six seasons, culminating in a Champions League semi final appearance. However, due to huge debts run up by his club, Woodgate was sold to Newcastle United, where he became a firm fans favourite with some assured displays. Injury became a common theme with Woodgate, and it came as a surprise when Real Madrid signed him alongside Michael Owen. After yet more injury plagued times, Woodgate found himself on loan at his first club, Middlesbrough, before signing a permanent deal in April 2007.

19. In a PLACE SO LUSH, this player plied his trade in the north west of England.

From Quiz Premiership Footballers #1

Answer: Paul Scholes

Scholes had a magnificent season and was crowned a Champion with Manchester United. Born locally, Scholes had been a pivotal piece to the successes United have had over the previous decade. In 2006-07, Scholes won his seventh title to add to three FA Cups, one League Cup and a Champions League title. Scholes was a product of the United youth system and made his debut in the September of 1994 scoring twice. Internationally. Scholes retired in 2004 after a goal laden career which saw 14 goals in 66 appearances.

20. The mans job was to read ingredients out to his mate.

From Quiz Hidden Words: English Football Teams

Answer: Reading

READ INGredients Reading Football Club was formed in 1871 but didn't join the Football League until 49 years later in 1920. They finally reached the top tier of English football in the 2006-07 season; having broke the record for the most points in a professional league season the previous year when they won promotion to the FA Premier League.

21. This captain looks so accomplished on the ball that he's probably always had the desire to FIND IN ORDER A defence. Who is this centre back whose career has seen him play in London, Leeds, and Manchester?

From Quiz England Soccer Captain Anagrams

Answer: Rio Ferdinand

Rio Ferdinand began his career at West Ham United before a move to Leeds United in 2000. When the Yorkshire club went into financial meltdown he was sold on to Manchester United. The transfer to Manchester United gave him almost every conceivable winner's medal including the UEFA Champions League in 2008.

22. Go to PARKLAND FARM was a text message you received, but you had never heard of it. Wait, it was all clear to you now, a Chelsea English international midfielder was the answer.

From Quiz Break the Chelsea Anagram Code

Answer: Frank Lampard

Frank signed for Chelsea from West Ham United in 2001. He made his England debut on the 10th of October, 1999 against Belgium. Frank was voted on to the UEFA team of the tournament at Euro 2004 in Portugal. He is the cousin of former Liverpool player, Jamie Redknapp.

23. This team was no TYBURN DECOY as they were one of the 12 founding teams in the Football League. They played at the Racecourse Ground under manager Harry Newbould, and had Steve Bloomer as their big goalscorer. Which team is this?

From Quiz UK Football Team Anagrams [2]

Answer: Derby County

Between 1892-1914, Bloomer scored just under 300 goals for the club with 292. After Racecourse Ground, the team played at the Baseball Ground for over 100 seasons before moving into Pride Park in 1997. Derby County took their first Division One crown in 1971-72, then again in 1974-75.

24. Many football supporters have season tickets. SCHEMATIC ENTRY might get you into this ground.

From Quiz UK Football Teams

Answer: Manchester City

The name Manchester City Football Club was first used in 1894, previously they were known as St. Marks (West Gorton) and later Ardwick A.F.C. Manchester City play in sky blue and white. City moved from Maine Road in 2003, and then played at The City of Manchester Stadium.

25. She remembered, clearly Ken's reaction, "Burglar alarms?", he laughed, "Nobody would bother stealing anything from this dump! Anyway, I have a bolt on the door and a fierce dog!"

From Quiz Cryptic British Football Teams

Answer: Bolton

"Anyway, I have a BOLT ON the door and a fierce dog!" Bolton Wanderers play at the Reebok Stadium. Built in 1997 replacing the club's old ground Burnden Park, it has a capacity of 28,723.

26. This team that was formed in 1884, won their first FA Cup in 1887. This may have been a result of VITAL LOANS. They completed the double in 1897 with the League and FA Cup. Which team is this?

From Quiz UK Football Team Anagrams [1]

Answer: Aston Villa

In 1957 in a memorable FA Cup, Aston Villa defeated Manchester United for a then record-setting seventh Cup.

27. Their owner used to play cricket and clamed that he scored a BODY CENTURY for the England team against Australia?

From Quiz English Football Club Anagrams: Pt 2

Answer: Derby County

Derby County play their home games at Pride Park. Their home kit is white shirts and black shorts.

28. The Scouse supporters of this club bought their Spanish manager an OIL PLOVER to go alongside his budgie and canary?

From Quiz English Football Club Anagrams: Pt.1

Answer: Liverpool

Liverpool play their home games at Anfield. Their home kit is red shirts and red shorts. Their main rival is Everton.

29. HEAVY SIGN. Indeed, you may as well try to beat me, but many have failed and goals are not often given away from my team of barcode wearers. Guess who I am?

From Quiz Premiership Footballers #2

Answer: Shay Given

Shay Given started his career at Celtic but failed to make the grade and was sold to Blackburn Rovers in 1994. His time was limited in terms of chances to play, as he was understudy to England keeper Tim Flowers. He then took the opportunity to move on, and after brief loan spells at Swindon Town and Sunderland, he joined Newcastle United in 1997. Given's displays in the goal for the 'barcodes' (Newcastle play in black and white stripe shirts) caught the attention of the Republic of Ireland, for whom he made his debut in 1997. Eighty plus international caps later and over 300 appearances for Newcastle has seen Given constantly held in the highest regard from his fellow professionals and fans alike.

30. The bridesmaid said it was a mediocre wedding.

From Quiz Hidden Words: English Football Teams

Answer: Crewe

medioCRE WEdding Crewe Alexandra are well known for their youth academy, bringing through Neil Lennon, Danny Murphy, Seth Johnson & Dean Ashton just to name a few.

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