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Soccer - Sports

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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.

Sepak bola adalah olahraga populer yang dimainkan di seluruh dunia. Ini juga disebut sepak bola di banyak negara. Sepak bola memiliki sejarah panjang dan dicintai oleh banyak orang.

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.

Orang-orang telah bermain game dengan bola selama ribuan tahun. Sepak bola modern dimulai di Inggris pada abad ke-19. Aturan resmi pertama sepak bola dibuat pada tahun 1863. Saat itulah Asosiasi Sepak Bola dibentuk di Inggris.

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.

Sepak bola dimainkan di lapangan besar. Lapangan tersebut memiliki panjang 100 hingga 110 meter dan lebar 64 hingga 75 meter. Setiap tim memiliki 11 pemain. Tujuan utamanya adalah menendang bola ke gawang tim lawan. Tim yang mencetak gol terbanyak memenangkan pertandingan. Pemain, kecuali kiper, tidak boleh menggunakan tangan atau lengan mereka untuk menyentuh bola.

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.

Salah satu acara sepak bola paling terkenal adalah Piala Dunia FIFA. Ini terjadi setiap empat tahun sekali. Tim dari banyak negara bersaing untuk memenangkan Piala Dunia. Piala Dunia pertama diadakan pada tahun 1930 di Uruguay. Brasil telah memenangkan Piala Dunia terbanyak, dengan lima gelar.

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.

Sepak bola dimainkan dan ditonton oleh jutaan orang. Ini sangat populer di Eropa, Amerika Selatan, Afrika, dan Asia. Beberapa pemain sepak bola terbaik dalam sejarah adalah Pelé dari Brasil, Diego Maradona dari Argentina, dan Lionel Messi dari Argentina.

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.

Bermain sepak bola itu menyenangkan dan baik untuk kesehatan Anda. Ini membantu Anda tetap fit dan mengajarkan kerja tim. Banyak anak mulai bermain sepak bola di usia muda. Mereka bermimpi suatu hari menjadi pemain profesional.

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.

Fakta menarik: Gol tercepat dalam sejarah sepak bola dicetak hanya 2,8 detik setelah pertandingan dimulai. Rekor menakjubkan ini dibuat oleh Nawaf Al-Abed dalam sebuah pertandingan di Arab Saudi.

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QuizSkip the 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:

modern soccer began.

the first world cup was held.

the football association was formed.

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.