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Soccer

Read a short passage about the world’s most popular sport, where teams compete to score goals by kicking a ball into a net.

1.1

Soccer is a popular sport played all over the world. It is also called football in many countries. Soccer has a long history and is loved by many people.

Fußball ist ein beliebter Sport, der auf der ganzen Welt gespielt wird. In vielen Ländern wird er auch Fußball genannt. Fußball hat eine lange Geschichte und wird von vielen Menschen geliebt.

1.2

People have played games with a ball for thousands of years. Modern soccer began in England in the 19th century. The first official rules of soccer were made in 1863. This was when the Football Association was formed in England.

Menschen spielen seit Tausenden von Jahren Spiele mit einem Ball. Der moderne Fußball begann im 19. Jahrhundert in England. Die ersten offiziellen Fußballregeln wurden 1863 aufgestellt. Damals wurde der Fußballverband in England gegründet.

1.3

Soccer is played on a large field. The field is 100 to 110 meters long and 64 to 75 meters wide. Each team has 11 players. The main goal is to kick the ball into the other team's goal. The team with the most goals wins the game. Players except the goalkeeper cannot use their hands or arms to touch the ball.

Fußball wird auf einem großen Feld gespielt. Das Feld ist 100 bis 110 Meter lang und 64 bis 75 Meter breit. Jede Mannschaft hat 11 Spieler. Das Hauptziel ist es, den Ball in das Tor der anderen Mannschaft zu schießen. Die Mannschaft mit den meisten Toren gewinnt das Spiel. Spieler, außer dem Torwart, dürfen den Ball nicht mit den Händen oder Armen berühren.

1.4

One of the most famous soccer events is the FIFA World Cup. It happens every four years. Teams from many countries compete to win the World Cup. The first World Cup was held in 1930 in Uruguay. Brazil has won the most World Cups, with five titles.

Eines der berühmtesten Fußballereignisse ist die FIFA-Weltmeisterschaft. Sie findet alle vier Jahre statt. Mannschaften aus vielen Ländern konkurrieren um den Gewinn der Weltmeisterschaft. Die erste Weltmeisterschaft fand 1930 in Uruguay statt. Brasilien hat die meisten Weltmeisterschaften mit fünf Titeln gewonnen.

1.5

Soccer is played and watched by millions of people. It is very popular in Europe, South America, Africa, and Asia. Some of the best soccer players in history are Pelé from Brazil, Diego Maradona from Argentina, and Lionel Messi from Argentina.

Fußball wird von Millionen Menschen gespielt und geschaut. Er ist in Europa, Südamerika, Afrika und Asien sehr beliebt. Einige der besten Fußballspieler der Geschichte sind Pelé aus Brasilien, Diego Maradona aus Argentinien und Lionel Messi aus Argentinien.

1.6

Soccer is fun to play and good for your health. It helps you stay fit and teaches teamwork. Many children start playing soccer at a young age. They dream of becoming professional players one day.

Fußball zu spielen macht Spaß und ist gut für die Gesundheit. Es hilft dir, fit zu bleiben und lehrt Teamarbeit. Viele Kinder fangen in jungen Jahren an, Fußball zu spielen. Sie träumen davon, eines Tages Profispieler zu werden.

1.7

Fun fact : The fastest goal in soccer history was scored just 2.8 seconds after the game started. This amazing record was set by Nawaf Al-Abed in a match in Saudi Arabia.

Fun Fact: Das schnellste Tor in der Fußballgeschichte wurde nur 2,8 Sekunden nach Spielbeginn erzielt. Dieser erstaunliche Rekord wurde von Nawaf Al-Abed in einem Spiel in Saudi-Arabien aufgestellt.

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Quiz

When did modern soccer begin?

In the 18th century

In the 19th century

In the 20th century

In the 21st century

How many players are on a soccer team?

Put the events in the correct order:

the first world cup was held.

the football association was formed.

modern soccer began.

the fastest goal was scored.

Match each fact with the correct number:

First World Cup year

Number of World Cups won by Brazil

Length of a soccer field

1930

100-110m

Complete the sentences with the correct words.

Soccer is also called

in many countries.

The FIFA World Cup happens every

years.

The fastest goal in soccer history was scored in

football

four

2.8

Which one is TRUE?

The first World Cup was held in England.

Players can use their hands, except the goalkeeper.

Soccer is popular in many parts of the world.

The fastest goal took 10 seconds to score.

Which one is FALSE?

Brazil has won the most World Cups.

The first World Cup was held in 1930.

Modern soccer started in the 18th century.

Soccer is good for health.