Rules & Awardsmedium
What is a 'golden goal' in football?
CORRECT ANSWER
A goal ending a match in extra time
A golden goal immediately ends a match when scored in extra time. The rule was used in major tournaments 1996–2004.
ALL OPTIONS
AA penalty in a shootout
BA goal scored from long range
CA bicycle kick goal
✓A goal ending a match in extra time
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MORE RULES & AWARDS QUESTIONS
When was the 'golden goal' rule officially abolished by FIFA?
Answer: 2004
What is the minimum length of a standard football pitch?
Answer: 90 metres
What is the diameter of a standard football goal post?
Answer: 12 cm
In which year did FIFA introduce the 3 points for a win system globally?
Answer: 1994
Football's most prestigious individual award for the best player in the world was branded jointly with football's world governing body from 2010 to 2016, before the partnership ended. Which organization presents it independently today?
Answer: France Football magazine
What colour card results in a temporary suspension in some football competitions?
Answer: Blue card