Do you find yourself constantly driving your kids to soccer practices and games, pondering how you became the ultimate soccer parent? Whether you’re a seasoned soccer mom or just starting out, soccer is a thrilling sport that captivates many children, whether they’re playing casually with friends or in organized leagues. And it’s not just a kids’ game—around 250 million players worldwide enjoy soccer, making it the most popular sport on the planet. So why not spend some enjoyable hours coloring soccer-themed pages?
Before we dive in, here are some fun soccer facts to share with your budding athlete. In countries like Australia and the U.K., soccer is referred to as “football,” which makes sense given that the game primarily involves kicking a ball with your feet. Each soccer team consists of 11 players, including a goalkeeper, who strive to score goals while defending against the opposing team. This all happens on a field known as a pitch. Simple, right?
Soccer is an engaging and straightforward sport that keeps kids active, requiring minimal equipment. If your child aspires to be the next Mia Hamm or Cristiano Ronaldo, they’ll surely enjoy these adorable soccer coloring pages.
Free Soccer Coloring Pages
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Did you know there are 11 distinct positions on a soccer team? They include the goalkeeper, center back, sweeper, fullback, wingback, center midfielder, defensive midfielder, attacking midfielder, winger, forward, and striker. Here’s a fun tidbit: The largest soccer stadium in the world is the Rungrado First of May Stadium in Pyongyang, North Korea, with a capacity of 150,000! Imagine the energy of that crowd!
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Women’s soccer gained momentum in the 1990s, peaking in 2019 when the U.S. clinched its fourth World Cup victory. However, women have been playing soccer since it began in England around 1863, almost simultaneously with men.
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Players can master some impressive soccer tricks to outmaneuver defenders. The little player in the coloring page above is showcasing one of them! Some of these moves have fascinating names like Inside Touch, Scissor, Diagonal Cruyff, and Elastico.
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Goalkeepers have special rules to follow. They must wear different clothing from the rest of the team, have only six seconds to pass the ball once they’ve got it, and can’t use their hands if the ball is kicked back to them by a teammate.
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The FIFA World Cup, often called the World Cup, is the most prestigious soccer tournament, occurring every four years since its inception in 1930. To date, there have been 20 tournaments, with about 3.5 billion viewers tuning in for the 2018 event. Fun fact: the early trophies were made of papier-mâché and were replaced after the 1950 championship due to rain damage. Only eight countries have won the World Cup so far!
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A soccer player’s outfit, known as a “kit,” comprises a jersey, shorts, socks, cleats, and shin guards. Goalkeepers typically wear gloves. While the exact origin of soccer is unclear, it has roots dating back over 3,000 years to a game called cuju from the Han Dynasty (206 BC to 220 AD). Did you know that Cristiano Ronaldo opened a museum dedicated to himself in 2013?
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Although competition is part of the game, kids enjoy soccer more when the focus is on encouragement, teamwork, and fun. It’s no surprise that soccer is the world’s most beloved sport, with over 55% of soccer balls manufactured in Pakistan.
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Soccer balls are not just for kicking! Many players enjoy juggling them, which takes practice but can be a fun trick to master. Interestingly, soccer was illegal in Mississippi until 1991, and early soccer balls were made from animal skins, skulls, and pig bladders.
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The U.S. Women’s National Team is the most successful in Olympic soccer history, having won four out of five possible gold medals. Referees were not introduced to soccer matches until 1881; before that, players made their own calls.
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Each year, U.S. Youth Soccer registers over three million players aged five to 19. Will your child be the next star?
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Is your child a fan of soccer legend David Beckham? At just 11 years old, he won the Bobby Charlton Soccer School National Skill competition, which led to a trip to Barcelona and interest from a Manchester United talent scout. The rest is history!
If you’re excited to print all of these soccer coloring pages, click here for the complete set!
Summary:
These soccer coloring pages are perfect for kids interested in the sport. They provide a fun way for children to express their love for soccer while learning interesting facts about the game. With minimal equipment needed and countless players around the globe, soccer is a fantastic way for kids to stay active.
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