Do you often find yourself transporting your kids from one soccer match to the next, pondering when you became a soccer parent? Even if you haven’t fully embraced the title yet, soccer is a thrilling sport that captivates many children—whether they’re playing with friends or in an organized league. It’s not just a children’s game, though; soccer boasts around 250 million players across more than 200 countries, making it the world’s favorite sport. What better way to spend a few afternoons than with some delightful soccer coloring pages?
Before we dive in, here are some fun facts about soccer to share with your little one. In countries like Australia and the U.K., soccer is referred to as “football,” which makes sense since it’s primarily a game of kicking a ball with your feet. Each team consists of 11 players, including a goalkeeper. The objective is simple: kick the ball into the opposing team’s goal while preventing the other team from scoring. This all happens on a soccer field, commonly known as a pitch. And that’s the gist of it!
Soccer is an enjoyable and straightforward game that keeps kids active with minimal equipment needed. If your child is passionate about soccer or is already a budding star like Mia Hamm or Cristiano Ronaldo, they’ll be thrilled to print and color these adorable soccer-themed coloring pages.
Free Soccer Coloring Pages
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Each soccer team has 11 positions, including goalkeeper, center back, sweeper, fullback, wingback, center midfielder, defensive midfielder, attacking midfielder, winger, forward, and striker. Fun fact: The largest soccer stadium globally is The Rungrado First of May Stadium in Pyongyang, North Korea, accommodating up to 150,000 spectators! Can you imagine that crowd?
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Women’s soccer gained momentum in the 1990s, peaking in 2019 when the U.S. clinched their fourth World Cup title. Interestingly, women began playing soccer around the same time as men, back in the mid-19th century in England.
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Players can learn some fascinating tricks and maneuvers to outsmart defenders, like the Inside Touch, Scissor, Diagonal Cruyff, and Elastico, as demonstrated by the little player above.
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Goalkeepers have unique responsibilities and rules. They must wear distinct clothing from their teammates and have only six seconds to pass the ball to another player once it’s in their possession. They can’t use their hands if the ball is kicked back by a teammate.
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The FIFA World Cup is the most esteemed soccer competition, held every four years since its inception in 1930. To date, there have been 20 tournaments, with the 2018 World Cup attracting a whopping 3.5 billion viewers globally! Initially, the trophies were made of papier-mâché, but they were replaced after a rainy championship in 1950. Only eight countries have won the World Cup thus far.
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A soccer player’s outfit is called a “kit,” which includes a jersey, shorts, socks, cleats, and shin guards. Goalkeepers typically wear gloves. While the exact origins of soccer are unclear, it dates back over 3,000 years to a game called cuju during the Han Dynasty in China.
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Although competition can be healthy, kids enjoy soccer more when it emphasizes encouragement, enthusiasm, teamwork, and fun. Did you know that over 55% of soccer balls are produced in Pakistan?
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Soccer balls are not just for kicking! Many players enjoy juggling them, although mastering this skill requires practice. Fun fact: Soccer was illegal in Mississippi until 1991, and early soccer balls were made from animal skins, skulls, and even pig bladders.
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The U.S. Women’s National Team holds the record for the most Olympic soccer victories, with four gold medals out of five possible! Interestingly, soccer referees weren’t introduced until 1881, prior to which players had to self-regulate.
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Every year, U.S. Youth Soccer registers over three million players aged five to 19. Will your child be the next one to join?
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Is your child a fan of David Beckham? When he was just 11, he won a national skill competition, earning a trip to Barcelona and catching the eye of a Manchester United scout. The rest, as they say, is history.
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Summary
These 11 soccer coloring pages offer a fun and creative way for kids to engage with the sport they love. With various facts included, children can learn about the game while expressing their artistic flair. Whether they dream of becoming a professional player or simply enjoy playing with friends, these coloring pages are perfect for any young soccer enthusiast.