Fussball Duell^*

Fussball Duell from Kosmos is a tactical football game for 2 to 4 players aged 8 and up. Instead of rolling dice, you run your team with tactic cards. A good pick for football fans who want to think a little at the table.

What is it about?

Two teams play for goals. On your turn you play a tactic card from your hand and use it to move your players and the ball. The game was designed by Matthew Dunstan and Brett J. Gilbert.

How it plays

1. Play a tactic card, such as a dribble or a pass.
2. Move your pieces and the ball as the card allows.
3. Work your way up the pitch toward the goal.
4. Take the shot when the moment is right.

What stands out

• hand management instead of dice luck
• optional fouls and yellow cards for extra match flavour
• games take about 30 minutes

Conclusion

Fussball Duell captures the feel of building an attack: pass, run, finish. It works well for parents and kids who both love football. If the sport leaves you cold, what remains is a fairly simple card game.