The standard structure of a soccer (or association football) match does not involve quarters. Instead, a typical game is divided into two halves of 45 minutes each. There is generally a 15-minute break between these halves, referred to as halftime.
This two-half format has been a consistent feature of the sport’s codified rules since its formal inception. The duration and structure facilitate strategic adjustments by coaches during halftime, allowing for team talks and tactical modifications based on the events of the first half. The continuous nature of each half, with limited stoppages, contributes to the game’s dynamic flow.
