A football match lasts two equal periods of ____________.

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  1. 40 minutes
  2. 50 minutes
  3. 20 minutes
  4. 45 minutes

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Option 4 : 45 minutes
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The correct answer is 45 minutes.Key Points

  • A football match is divided into two equal periods called halves.
  • Each half is of 45 minutes duration, making the total duration of the match 90 minutes.
  • There is a 15-minute break between the two halves, called halftime.
  • The halftime break is an opportunity for the players to rest, rehydrate, and receive instructions from their coaches.

Additional Information

  • 40 minutes is the duration of each half in college-level football matches in the United States.
  • 50 minutes is not a standard duration for a football match.
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