WorksheetsEnergy and Performance in Football
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Which macronutrient provides the most energy per gram for a professional footballer during a match?
Carbohydrates
Protein
Fat
Fibre
What is the primary energy system used by footballers during short, intense sprints on the pitch?
Aerobic system
ATP-PC system
Lactic acid system
Glycolytic system
How many kilocalories (kcal) does the average professional footballer burn during a 90-minute match?
200-400 kcal
500-700 kcal
800-1200 kcal
1500-2000 kcal
Which of the following is the best source of quick-release energy before a football match?
Chicken breast
White bread
Olive oil
Cheddar cheese
What is the recommended daily protein intake for a professional footballer (per kg of body weight)?
0.5g
1.2-1.7g
2.5g
3.0g
Which mineral is most important for preventing muscle cramps during a football match?
Iron
Calcium
Potassium
Zinc
How much water (in ounces) should a footballer aim to drink per hour of intense exercise?
4-8 ounces
8-12 ounces
16-24 ounces
32-40 ounces
Which of the following best describes the function of glycogen in a footballer’s body?
Builds muscle fibres
Stores energy in muscles and liver
Regulates body temperature
Transports oxygen in blood
What is the approximate length of a standard football pitch in metres?
50-60 metres
70-80 metres
90-120 metres
130-150 metres
Which vitamin is essential for calcium absorption and bone health in athletes?
Vitamin A
Vitamin B12
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
During a penalty shootout, which energy system is primarily used by the kicker?
Aerobic system
ATP-PC system
Lactic acid system
Oxidative system
What is the main reason for carbohydrate loading before a football tournament?
Increase muscle mass
Improve hydration
Maximise glycogen stores
Reduce body fat
Which of the following is NOT a sign of dehydration in athletes?
Dark-coloured urine
Headache
Increased energy
Dizziness
What is the chemical equation for aerobic respiration, the main energy process during prolonged football play?
C6H12O6+6O2→6CO2+6H2O+energy
6CO2+6H2O→C6H12O6+6O2
C6H12O6→2C2H5OH+2CO2
2H2+O2→2H2O
Which of the following is the best indicator of aerobic fitness in footballers?
Resting heart rate
VO 2 max
Body mass index (BMI)
Flexibility
How many pounds are there in 1 stone, a common unit for body weight in Britain?
10 pounds
12 pounds
14 pounds
16 pounds
Which of the following sports requires the highest average VO 2 max among elite athletes?
Football
Rowing
Marathon running
Rugby
What is the main function of haemoglobin in the blood of athletes?
Carry carbon dioxide
Carry oxygen
Fight infection
Clot blood
Which hormone is primarily responsible for increasing blood glucose levels during intense exercise?
Insulin
Glucagon
Oestrogen
Testosterone
What is the approximate boiling point of water at sea level in degrees Celsius?
90°C
95°C
100°C
105°C
