Encroach: In this football language post we look at the phrase 'to encroach' which is sometimes heard when there is a penalty to be taken.
In this post, we explain the football expression 'to see red' which is used when a player is sent off
In this post, we explain the football expression 'straight red', which featured in the 2018 World Cup match between Colombia and Japan.
Video Assistant Referee (VAR): What's the meaning of the phrase 'VAR' in football?
What is the meaning of the phrase 'Fourth official' in football?
In football, what do we mean by the phrase 'man in the middle'?
This week's main report discusses some of the language of referees.
(a) Booking: A caution or yellow card