Bundesliga's World Football FAQ
What is the World Football FAQ?
What is soccer? What is the Bundesliga? Why is it the world's most popular sport and how is it even played? Navigating the intricacies of the game can be confusing, which is why the Bundesliga is here to help – with a comprehensive FAQ for world football! There is something for everyone, from newcomers to the game all the way through to seasoned experts. For the history buffs among you, we start at the beginning, tracing the roots of the sport and noting its evolution over the years through to the modern age, taking in even the newest developments such as goal-line technology and the video assistant referee. There are also a number of handy explainers, going behind the scenes on why things are the way they are.
10 things on the Bundesliga
The German Bundesliga is one of the world’s premier soccer leagues, boasting some of the sport’s best teams and players, the highest average attendances in the game and more.
Bundesliga Stadiums
The popularity of soccer in Germany and around the world means that stadiums need to hold huge crowds. Find out more about the biggest soccer stadiums.
Bundesliga records
From goals to titles and even some of the worst runs in history, bundesliga.com looks through the league's record books.
The 10 fastest players in Bundesliga history
Davies? Adeyemi? Nope. Find out who is now officially the fastest ever player in Bundesliga history!
List of Bundesliga champions
Thirteen clubs have now got their hands on the Bundesliga’s Meisterschale, with Bayern Munich leading the way with 32 titles.
All you need to know about soccer
"Let me get the rules into your head" – Neuer and Kimmich of Bayern Munich know all there is to know about soccer, and soon you can too.
A short history of the official Bundesliga soccer ball
With adidas set to return as the league's matchball provider from 2026/27, we take a trip down memory lane to recall previous versions.
What are black armbands in soccer?
Why do players and officials sometimes wear black armbands? We answer all your questions.
Soccer coach licenses
What are the different coaching licenses in soccer? What's the difference between a UEFA A-License & UEFA Pro-License? Learn more on becoming a coach!
Soccer positions explained
Know your box-to-box midfielders from your inverted wingers? Allow bundesliga.com to explain...
What are the rules of soccer?
The offside rule is just a number of regulations you need to be aware of to make sure you’re never caught out in soccer.
Free Kick in Soccer
A free kick is often a scoring opportunity, a chance to change the game or even history. But what’s the difference between a direct and indirect free kick in soccer?
Soccer Goal Size
What are the regulations concerning the size of the goal in soccer? We answer all your questions.
Soccer match half time – Even champions need a break
What's the deal with the half time break in a soccer match? We answer all your questions.
Added time in soccer: rules, regulations, and records
How does added time work on soccer matches? We answer all your questions.
All your soccer questions answered here
We also touch on the different soccer positions, clearly explaining their role in a team and giving examples of well-known players. Then there are the jerseys themselves: what do the numbers, logos and even the colours mean? For those of you already well-versed in soccer, fear not. We also train our microscope on tactics and formations, providing insight and detail that might otherwise be overlooked. We also get to grips with the nitty-gritty of the rulebook: from handballs to penalties, substitutions and walls at free-kicks, we've got you covered. In short, if you have a question about football, soccer or the Bundesliga, we've got the answers. Just give us a try!