Soccer Coloring Pages

Who ever tried to play soccer? Probably everyone! It's a team game in which two teams compete against each other. Just like in handball, you have to hit the ball into the opposing team's goal. Both men and women can participate in the game, but it is definitely more popular among the male gender. We have a lot of interesting pictures of the games in this sport for you to color, so start coloring right now.

Information

1. Purpose of the Game: The goal of soccer is to score goals by putting the ball in the opponent's goal. Teams consist of eleven players, including a goalkeeper.
2. The pitch: A soccer field has standard dimensions of about 105 meters long and 68 meters wide. There are also variations of pitches with other dimensions, but they are usually close to these standard dimensions.
3. Game Time: A soccer match usually lasts 90 minutes, divided into two halves of 45 minutes each. In case of more interruptions and emergencies, the match may be extended.
4. Player Positions: In a soccer team, players play different roles, such as goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders and strikers. Each position has its own unique tasks and responsibilities.
5. Bumpers and Ball Control: Soccer requires precise control of the ball, both in terms of its rebound and movement on the field. Players must use their feet, head and other body parts.
6. Free Throws and Corner Throws: The game of soccer includes various types of kicks, including free kicks (after a foul) and corner kicks (from the side lines of the field).
7. Championship games: Soccer takes place at various levels, from local leagues to international championships. Tournaments such as the FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Championships attract the attention of a global audience.
8. Fan Culture: Soccer is known for its rich fan culture. Fans of teams create distinctive chants, choreography and use flags and banners.
9. Number of Matches: Soccer accompanies players throughout their lives, both at the amateur and professional levels. Players compete in numerous league, cup and international matches.
10. Versatility and Cooperation: Soccer is a sport that develops both physical and mental skills. It requires team cooperation, speed, agility and tactical skills.

Trivia

1. The World's Most Popular Sport: Soccer is undoubtedly the most popular sport in the world. Its international recognition attracts crowds of fans from all corners of the globe.
2. Origins in Antiquity: Early forms of soccer can be traced back to the ancient history of various cultures, in which people kicked balls or similar objects in games and competitions.
3. First International Match: The first international football match was held in 1872 between Scotland and England. This match is considered one of the most important moments in soccer history.
4. Rules on the Isle of Man: The town of Douglas on the Isle of Man still has the original rules of soccer from 1863. A retro-style match is held there every year to celebrate the origins of the sport.
5. No Shoes at the 1950 World Cup: During the 1950 FIFA World Cup, Team India was not allowed to play in shoes because the players were not used to wearing them. Some played barefoot, others in socks.
6. Number of Red Cards: There was only one red card at the 1966 World Cup in England. That's unheard of in modern times, given the strict rules on fouls.
7. Goalkeeper as King of Shooters: At the 1924 Olympics in Paris, Spain's goalkeeper José María Belauste scored a goal and became his team's scoring king at the tournament.
8. Most Expensive Transfer: In 2017, Neymar moved from FC Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain for a record €222 million, becoming the most expensive transfer in soccer history.
9. Highest World Championship Win: In the 2002 World Cup match, Australia defeated American Samoa 31:0, the highest score in the history of the tournament.
10. Length of Longest Match: The longest soccer match lasted as long as 3 days! In 1885 in England, two teams, Stockport County and Liverpool, faced each other in an FA Cup match. The match was interrupted after 2 days due to darkness and resumed the next day.