Football Cups — Set 3
Sports · फुटबॉल कप · Questions 21–30 of 60
The 'Bandodkar Gold Trophy' is a famous football tournament associated with which Indian state?
Correct Answer: B. Goa
• **Bandodkar** = The Bandodkar Gold Trophy was a premier football event in Goa named after the state's first Chief Minister. • **Significance** — Goa is well-known for its deep-rooted passion and contribution to Indian football. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Maharashtra; C: Kerala; D: Assam.
Which international football tournament was known as the 'Asian Nations Cup' in its early years?
Correct Answer: D. AFC Asian Cup
• **Fact** = The AFC Asian Cup was initially referred to as the Asian Nations Cup when it began in 1956. • **Significance** — It has grown from a four-team event to a major tournament featuring 24 nations. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Kings Cup; B: Merdeka Cup; C: Tiger Cup.
The 'DCM Trophy' was the first tournament in India to invite international club teams, held in?
Correct Answer: A. New Delhi
• **Fact** = The correct answer is 'New Delhi'. • **Significance** — The DCM Trophy was established in 1945 and was a very prestigious tournament held in the national capital. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: B: Chennai; C: Kolkata; D: Kochi.
Which trophy is given to the winner of the annual football match between the champions of the Japanese and South Korean leagues?
Correct Answer: C. A3 Champions Cup
• **Fact** = The A3 Champions Cup was a regional tournament involving champions from China, Japan, and South Korea. • **Significance** — It was intended to improve the quality of football in East Asia through club competition. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: East Asian Cup; B: Saitama Cup; D: J.League Cup.
The 'Borden Cup' is a regional football tournament primarily played in which part of India?
Correct Answer: C. North East
• **Fact** = The Borden Cup is a popular local tournament held in Assam and other North Eastern states. • **Significance** — This region is considered a powerhouse of football talent in modern India. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: West; B: South; D: Central.
Which football cup is the primary knockout competition in Italian domestic football?
Correct Answer: D. Coppa Italia
• **Fact** = Coppa Italia is the national cup of Italy, first held in 1922. • **Significance** — The winners of the tournament are entitled to wear a cockade (tricolour circle) on their jerseys the following season. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Serie A Cup; B: Supercoppa; C: Scudetto.
The 'Vittal Trophy' was a notable football competition in which Indian city during the mid-20th century?
Correct Answer: A. Chennai
• **Vittal** = The Vittal Trophy was a significant tournament in Chennai (formerly Madras) that featured many star players. • **Significance** — It helped in popularizing football in the southern region of India during its peak years. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: B: Hyderabad; C: Mysuru; D: Madurai.
Which trophy is awarded to the winners of the premier international football competition for women?
Correct Answer: C. FIFA Women's World Cup
• **Fact** = The FIFA Women's World Cup was first officially held in 1991 in China. • **Significance** — The United States has been the most successful nation, winning the title multiple times. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: W-League Trophy; B: Olympic Gold; D: Jules Rimet Trophy.
The 'Sait Nagjee Football Tournament' is a historic competition held in which Indian state?
Correct Answer: A. Kerala
• **Sait** = The Sait Nagjee Trophy is a popular tournament held in Kozhikode (Calicut), Kerala. • **Significance** — Kerala has a very strong football following, often attracting massive crowds for local and national matches. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: B: Goa; C: Karnataka; D: Tamil Nadu.
Which football cup is contested by the national teams of the South Asian Football Federation?
Correct Answer: B. SAFF Championship
• **Fact** = The SAFF Championship is the main football tournament for countries in the South Asian region. • **Significance** — India has been the dominant force in this competition since its inception in 1993. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Gulf Cup; C: AFC Cup; D: Bangabandhu Cup.