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How Long Does a Standard FIFA Soccer Match Last?

Discover the typical duration of a FIFA game, including regulation time, halftime, and factors like extra time and penalties.

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A standard FIFA game lasts 90 minutes, divided into two 45-minute halves, with a 15-minute halftime break. Extra time and penalty shootouts may occur in knockout stages, potentially extending the duration of the match.

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  1. What is the total length of a FIFA soccer match?

    A standard FIFA soccer match lasts 90 minutes, divided into two 45-minute halves, with a 15-minute halftime break.

  2. When does extra time occur in a FIFA game?

    Extra time is played during knockout stages if the match ends in a draw after regulation time, potentially extending the match duration.

  3. How long is the halftime break in a FIFA match?

    The halftime break in a FIFA match typically lasts 15 minutes.

  4. Can a FIFA game end in a penalty shootout?

    Yes, if the match remains tied after extra time in knockout rounds, it is decided by a penalty shootout.

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