ESL Questions Football
Football
Whether you call it football or soccer, it is the world's game. These questions examine the sport, from local pitch habits to the massive money and drama of the World Cup.
Beginner
Do you like football?
Is the ball round?
Do you play on Sunday?
Is the grass green?
Do you wear a jersey?
Is the goal big?
Do you run fast?
Is the stadium loud?
Do you see the referee?
Is the game long?
Do you have a favorite team?
Is the score high?
Do you play with friends?
Is the whistle loud?
Do you kick the ball?
Is the trophy shiny?
Do you watch on TV?
Is the coach angry?
Do you like the World Cup?
Is the player famous?
Do you jump high?
Is the field wet?
Do you say 'Go' or 'Goal'?
Is the game over?
Do you want to play?
Intermediate
What would you do if your favorite team lost a very important game?
How do you feel when you are in a stadium with thousands of people?
Is it better to play football or just watch it on television?
How do you think a professional player feels before a big match?
Why is football the most popular sport in almost every country?
Have you ever tried to be a referee for a local game?
Do you think that football players are paid too much money?
How do you choose which team to support when you are a child?
Is it a good idea for girls and boys to play football together?
What is the most exciting goal you have ever seen?
Should we use more technology to help the referee make decisions?
How do you feel about the 'transfer market' where players are bought?
Why do some fans become so angry or violent during a match?
Is it difficult to become a professional athlete in your country?
How has football changed since your parents were young?
Do you prefer to watch the World Cup or the local league?
What is the best stadium you have ever visited in person?
How do you stay calm when the game is in the final minute?
Should every child be forced to do sports like football at school?
What is the role of a 'captain' in a football team?
How do you feel about the massive advertisements in the stadium?
Is it possible for a small country to ever win the World Cup?
Why do people love to wear the jersey of their favorite player?
What is the most important skill: speed, strength, or smarts?
How do you feel when the game ends in a boring draw?
Advanced
Is the 'commercialization' of football destroying the soul of the game?
How do 'state-owned' clubs change the fairness of international competitions?
Should we ban 'betting' and 'gambling' advertisements from football jerseys?
Is 'VAR' (Video Assistant Referee) making the game more fair or just more boring?
How does the 'passion' of football fans sometimes turn into a dangerous tribalism?
Should we limit the amount of money a club can spend on one player?
What is the impact of 'mega-events' like the World Cup on the host country?
Is it ethical to hold a major tournament in a country with a poor human rights record?
How does 'head trauma' from heading the ball affect the health of retired players?
Should 'agent fees' be strictly regulated to keep more money in the sport?
How do 'super clubs' prevent smaller teams from ever being successful?
Is 'women's football' finally getting the respect and funding it deserves?
How does the 'academy' system affect the childhood of young talented players?
Should we change the rules of the game to make it more exciting for TV?
How do 'rivalries' between cities influence the politics of a whole nation?
Is it possible for a 'pure' fan to still enjoy the game despite the corruption?
How does 'soft power' allow countries to use football to improve their image?
Should we use AI to help coaches pick the best starting lineup?
What is the psychological effect of 'penalty shootouts' on a player’s career?
How do 'relegation' and 'promotion' create a different drama than American sports?
Should we allow 'salary caps' to ensure that every team has a chance to win?
How does the 'global' nature of the sport affect the identity of local clubs?
Is the 'Super League' idea a sign that football is moving away from its roots?
How does 'crowd management' at games balance safety with a good atmosphere?
What will football look like in fifty years if VR allows us to sit on the pitch?