World Facts & Sports Trivia

Davor Šuker from Croatia won the Golden Boot at the 1998 FIFA World Cup with 6 goals. Ronaldo (Brazil) scored 4 goals, Batistuta (Argentina) scored 2 goals, and Zidane (France) was primarily a playmaker midfielder.

Botswana's currency is the Pula (BWP), which also means rain in Setswana, reflecting its importance in this arid country. Ngultrum is Bhutan's currency, CFA Franc is used in West and Central Africa, and Franc is too generic.

Bulgaria's official currency is the Lev (BGN), which is divided into 100 stotinki. Taka is Bangladesh's currency, Pound is used in various countries (UK, Egypt, etc.), and Bulgaria uses the Lev despite being a European country.

Uruguay hosted and won the inaugural 1930 World Cup, defeating Argentina 4-2 in the final match. Argentina finished as the runners-up in that first tournament.

The official currency of North Macedonia is the Macedonian denar, abbreviated as MKD. It has been the country's currency since 1993 following independence from Yugoslavia.

Diego Maradona participated in four FIFA World Cup tournaments: 1982 in Spain, 1986 in Mexico, 1990 in Italy, and 1994 in the United States. His most iconic performance was in 1986 when he led Argentina to victory.

Haiti's official currency is the Haitian gourde, which has been in use since 1813. The currency traces its name to the French word for gourd, as squash was used as a container for money historically.

Zinedine Zidane was awarded the Golden Ball as the best player of the 2006 FIFA World Cup, despite receiving a red card in the final match for his infamous headbutt. The other players listed won it in different years.

Mario Kempes of Argentina was the top scorer (Golden Boot winner) at the 1978 World Cup with 6 goals, including 2 in the final against the Netherlands. He was instrumental in Argentina's first World Cup triumph.

Uruguay hosted and won the first FIFA World Cup in 1930, defeating Argentina 4-2 in the final. The tournament was held in three stadiums in Montevideo, with the final at the Estadio Centenario.

Oslo is the capital and largest city of Norway. Founded around 1048, it became the capital in the 14th century and is known for its Viking history, fjords, and as the home of the Nobel Peace Prize.

Monrovia is the capital and largest city of Liberia, founded in 1822 and named after U.S. President James Monroe. It was established as a settlement for freed African-American slaves.

El Aaiun (also spelled Laayoune) is the largest city and de facto capital of Western Sahara, a disputed territory on the northwest coast of Africa. The other options are capitals of different countries: Naypyidaw (Myanmar), Delhi (India), and Korachi appears to be a misspelling of Karachi (Pakistan).

Port Louis is the capital and largest city of Mauritius, an island nation in the Indian Ocean. The other options are capitals of different countries: Sydney (Australia), London (UK), and Ulaanbaatar (Mongolia).

Wellington is the capital of New Zealand, located at the southern tip of the North Island. The other options are capitals or major cities of different countries: Alofi (Niue), Panama City (Panama), and Manila (Philippines).

Montevideo is the capital and largest city of Uruguay, situated on the country's southern coast. Spain is a country (not a city), Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal, and Hagatna (Agana) is the capital of Guam.

Vaduz is the capital of Liechtenstein, a small principality located between Switzerland and Austria. The other options are capitals of different countries: Dushanbe (Tajikistan), Paramaribo (Suriname), and Stockholm (Sweden).