Quote from the rules: 'Score Soccer is an exciting simulation of the real game of soccer, NASL style, incorporating all the tactical moves of the game. This simulation is accurate enough to be used by coaches and soccer players to discuss and devise strategy for playing the real game.'Game uses players on triangular bases that can form to a square and both fit in one space as needed for tackles and such. Each team has 6 plays during a turn which may consist of moving, kicking the ball, headers, tackles, and more. A die is used to determine certain results on a table.Advanced rules add shoulder charges, swerve kicks, tackles, yellow/red cards, substitutes, and high wind. - BoardGameGeek