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Career Path
Trace the transfers. Name the player.
A mystery footballer's career is laid out before you — clubs and years. Can you name the player before all clues are revealed?
No download, no account
How to play Career Path
Step 1: A footballer's career history is shown with the player's name hidden.
Step 2: Each step reveals a club and the years the player was there.
Step 3: Type the player's name at any time.
Step 4: Wrong guesses unlock the next career step as a hint.
Step 5: There are no points, only the clue count — and the guess that would uncover the last club ends the game.
Why players love it
- Tests deep knowledge of player careers and transfer histories across all eras.
- A new puzzle drops every day — build a streak and compete with friends.
- One-tap sharing means you can brag (or commiserate) instantly on social.
Frequently asked questions
How does the Career Path football quiz work?
You are shown a footballer's career history with the player's name hidden. Guess the player from the clubs and years shown. Each wrong guess reveals the next career step as a hint. There are no points: your result is the number of clues you needed. A wrong guess that would uncover the last club ends the game.
Is Career Path free to play?
Yes. Career Path is free to play every day in your browser at football-iq.app. No download required and no account needed.
How often is there a new Career Path puzzle?
A new Career Path puzzle is published every day. Come back daily to test your football knowledge and maintain your streak.
What kind of players appear in Career Path?
Career Path features players from all eras and leagues — legends from the 80s and 90s through to current Premier League stars. The difficulty varies day to day, from household names to cult heroes.
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