“This friggin’ game is ruining my life!”
The SportsJOE 12 o’clock quiz is kicking off, today, with a 1980s classic about the Allies taking on the Nazis in a contentious WWII game of footy. We also have your favourites, in geography, records and general knowledge.
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ROUND 1: MOVIES
We're going hard with Escape to Victory today. Who played Corporal Luis Fernandez?
We're going hard with Escape to Victory today. Who played Corporal Luis Fernandez?
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Who played cocksure goalkeeper Captain Robert Hatch?
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Who played the redoubtable Captain John Colby?
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Who played the lively attacking talent Carlos Rey in the movie?
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Which former Ipswich star played the uncompromising Arthur Hayes in the movie?
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ROUND 2: GEOGRAPHY
The 2021 NBA season is about to commence. The opening game of the season involves the Nets and Warriors. Where are the Nets from?
The 2021 NBA season is about to commence. The opening game of the season involves the Nets and Warriors. Where are the Nets from?
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In what city would you find the Allianz Arena?
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Home to the Tribesmen, where would you find Pearse Stadium?
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Where is Ulster No.8 Marcell Coetzee from?
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Where are the NBA side 'Celtics' from?
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ROUND 3: RECORDS
What Dublin player scored the fastest ever All-Ireland SFC Final goal at the weekend?
What Dublin player scored the fastest ever All-Ireland SFC Final goal at the weekend?
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How many senior All-Ireland titles does Brian Fenton now have?
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Munster recorded their biggest ever come-from-behind victory in Europe, at the weekend, against what French side?
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Before the 6-2 win over Leeds, on Sunday, who was Manchester United manager when they last scored six or more goals in a home league game?
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How many TG4 All-Ireland Senior Championship titles in a row have the Dublin women's team won?
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ROUND 4: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
He beat Geoff Neal in a UFC Fight Night event in Las Vegas on Saturday. Who is he?
He beat Geoff Neal in a UFC Fight Night event in Las Vegas on Saturday. Who is he?
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He dominated Callum Smith at the Alamodome on Saturday night. Who is he?
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Eric Cantona played five seasons with Manchester United. How many league titles did he win with the club?
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Who did Cantona win his other league title in England with?
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Who is this former Munster and Ireland back-row?
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