Are you a sports aficionado with a passion for the golden age of athletics? This thrilling trivia quiz will test your knowledge of the greatest sports and achievements of the 1950s. Dive into a decade filled with incredible athletes and iconic moments that defined sports history.
Relive the glory days of the 1950s by answering trivia questions about record-breaking performances and legendary figures. Whether it’s baseball, football, basketball, or athletics, each question will provide insights into how sports evolved during this dynamic era. Can you ace this sports history challenge?
This trivia offers a chance to celebrate the spirit of competition and dedication that characterized 1950s sports. Revisit the stories of commitment and passion that turned ordinary athletes into legends, and see how well you measure up today’s sporting enthusiasts.
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In 1950 who scored England’s first ever goal at a World Cup?
Wilf Mannion
Wilf Mannion
Stanley Matthews
Stanley Matthews
Jackie Milburn
Jackie Milburn
Stan Mortensen
Stan Mortensen
Ken Rosewall was a famous 1950s tennis player from which country?
Italy
Italy
Canada
Canada
Australia
Australia
Ireland
Ireland
In the 1950s, Real Madrid competed in the Small World Cup. Where was the tournament held?
Colombia
Colombia
Brazil
Brazil
Venezuela
Venezuela
Ecuador
Ecuador
In which round were Liverpool knocked out of the FA Cup in 1950-51?
Fourth
Fourth
Fifth
Fifth
Sixth
Sixth
Third
Third
Barcelona won which trophy in 1950-51?
Copa Eva Duarte
Copa Eva Duarte
The Latin Cup
The Latin Cup
Spanish Super Cup
Spanish Super Cup
Copa del Rey
Copa del Rey
how many hat-tricks did Basora score for Barca during La Liga 1950-51?
2
2
4
4
1
1
3
3
César’s only hat-trick during the 1950-51 season made up 3 of the how many goals he scored against Real Sociedad in the first game of the season?
5
5
7
7
4
4
6
6
How many trophies did Manchester United win in 1950?
1
1
0
0
3
3
2
2
After a lengthy career, Joe DiMaggio retired from which sport in 1951?
Swimming
Swimming
Golf
Golf
Basketball
Basketball
Baseball
Baseball
How many games did Liverpool win at Anfield against Manchester City in the 1950s?
One
One
None
None
Three
Three
Two
Two
In which city were Manchester United players involved in an air crash in 1958?
Munich
Munich
Berlin
Berlin
Athens
Athens
Madrid
Madrid
At the start of the 1950-51 how many Barcelona were aged 30?
3
3
4
4
5
5
2
2
Stirling Moss was a famous name in which sport during the 1950s?
Tennis
Tennis
Golf
Golf
Motor Racing
Motor Racing
Swimming
Swimming
83 people were killed at the Le Mans 24 Hour race in which country in 1955?
Italy
Italy
West Germany
West Germany
France
France
Spain
Spain
How many trophies did Barcelona win in 1950-51?
3
3
4
4
1
1
2
2
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