The Rainy Soccer Match

A2 level listening exercise. Listen and answer the questions.
Updated September 2025
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Choose the correct option to complete the The Rainy Soccer Match below.
1

Who scored a goal in the game?

a.
Oliver
b.
The other team
c.
The coach
2

What happened during the match?

a.
It started to rain
b.
The sun came out
c.
The lights turned off
3

How did the players feel at the end?

a.
Sad and tired
b.
Cold and wet, but happy
c.
Angry and hot
4

What was the final score of the game?

a.
2-1
b.
1-0
c.
3-2
5

Why did some players slip during the match?

a.
The field was very dry
b.
The field was wet and muddy
c.
They were running slowly
Oliver and his soccer team had a match on Saturday. When they arrived, the weather was cloudy but dry. During the game, it suddenly started to rain. The field became very wet and muddy. Some players slipped, but everyone kept playing. Oliver scored a goal, and his team cheered loudly. In the end, they won the game 2-1. Everyone was cold and wet, but they were also very happy. “Sometimes, the hardest games are the most fun,” said Oliver.
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