How many players does each team have on the field at once?
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Eleven
Eleven a side, but with separate offence and defence squads: a roster holds over 50 players.
💡 Did you know? Offence and defence are completely separate squads.
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How many points is a touchdown worth?
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Six
After a touchdown you can add the 'extra point' (1) by kick or the 'two-point conversion' (2).
💡 Did you know? A „touchdown“ only needs the ball to reach the end zone: unlike rugby it need not be grounded there.
How many yards must a team gain in four tries to earn a new set of downs?
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Ten
If a team fails to make 10 yards in four 'downs', possession goes to the opponent.
💡 Did you know? Fail to make the ten yards and the ball goes over: which is why teams often punt on fourth down.
What is a single attempt on offence called?
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Down
An offence has four downs to gain ten yards; make it and you get four fresh ones.
💡 Did you know? On 4th down teams usually punt or try a field goal.
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