Football · Level 1
Beginner
10 sub-levels · 100 tests · 1000 facts · updated 12 October 2026
Basic football rules
Sub-levels
Sub-level 1.1The Object of the GameScore more goals than your opponent in 90 minutes. Two halves of 45 minutes, 11 players per side, one ball, two goals — the essence of football.10 tests · 100 factsSub-level 1.2The PitchDimensions of a football pitch (100–110m × 64–75m for international matches), key markings: centre circle, penalty area, goal area, corner arcs, and the halfway line.10 tests · 100 factsSub-level 1.3Basic PositionsIntroduction to goalkeeper, defenders, midfielders, and forwards. What each role does in simple terms: the goalkeeper stops goals; strikers score them.10 tests · 100 factsSub-level 1.4The BallOfficial ball specifications: size 5 for adults, circumference 68–70cm, pressure 0.6–1.1 bar. History of the ball from leather to modern synthetic panels.10 tests · 100 factsSub-level 1.5Kick-Off & RestartsHow a match starts and restarts: the kick-off, restarts after a goal, and the role of the centre circle.10 tests · 100 factsSub-level 1.6Goal or No Goal?What constitutes a goal: the ball must wholly cross the goal line, between the posts, under the crossbar. Introduction to goal-line technology and VAR.10 tests · 100 factsSub-level 1.7Out of PlayWhen the ball is in or out of play. Touchlines vs goal lines. Three different restarts: throw-in, goal kick, and corner kick.10 tests · 100 factsSub-level 1.8The RefereeThe role and authority of the referee on the field. Yellow and red cards, assistant referees, the fourth official and VAR.10 tests · 100 factsSub-level 1.9Match Duration & Stoppage TimeLength of a football match — 90 minutes split into two halves, half-time interval, added (stoppage) time, extra time and the penalty shootout.10 tests · 100 factsSub-level 1.10Governing BodiesFIFA, IFAB, and the six continental confederations (UEFA, CONMEBOL, CAF, AFC, OFC, CONCACAF) — who governs what in world football.10 tests · 100 facts