Soccer Flash Cards

Learn soccer vocabulary, positions, and rules.

Free soccer flash cards with 10 terms and definitions. Flip through each card to study, or shuffle for a new order. Printable for classroom or homework use.

Soccer Terms and Definitions

OFFSIDE
Being past the last defender when the ball is played
PENALTY KICK
Free kick from the spot for a foul in the box
HAT TRICK
Three goals scored by one player in a game
GOALKEEPER
Player who defends the net
CORNER KICK
Restart from the corner after a defensive touch
YELLOW CARD
Warning given for a serious foul
HEADER
Using your head to direct the ball
MIDFIELDER
Player positioned in the center of the field
STOPPAGE TIME
Extra minutes added for delays during play
THROW-IN
Restart by tossing the ball from the sideline

About Soccer

Soccer (football outside the U.S.) is the most popular sport in the world, played in virtually every country. These flash cards help students learn the vocabulary of the beautiful game, from field positions to key rules.

Soccer Vocabulary

These flash cards pair soccer terms with their definitions. Students flip cards to learn that OFFSIDE is being ahead of the last defender when the ball is played, a PENALTY KICK is awarded for fouls in the box, and a HAT TRICK is three goals by one player.

How to Use These Flash Cards in Class

Use these flash cards as part of a sports or world cultures unit. After studying, discuss how soccer connects people across different countries and cultures. Have students research their favorite international team and share with the class.

Printable Soccer Flash Cards

Click the print button to print these soccer flash cards. The printable version lists all terms and definitions, perfect for classroom handouts or homework.

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