SOCCERVisual Information

Soccer

• Sport with two opposing teams of 11 players who attempt to score in the opponent’s goal by kicking or knocking the ball in with any part of the body except the arms and hands.

Playing field

Rectangular surface covered with natural or synthetic grass on which a soccer match is played; a game has two 45-minute halves.

Player positions

Various tactical schemes are used in soccer; among the best known is the 4-4-2, a formation with four defenders, four midfielders and two forwards.

Soccer player

A soccer player is allowed to touch the ball with any part of the body except the arms and hands.

SoccerThe most popular game in Europe…and in others part of the World.