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The Language of the Run In

Football Language: Clanger

In this football language post we explain the term 'clanger' which is used to describe a big mistake in football.

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Football Language: On the bounce

On the bounce: In this football language post we look at the phrase 'on the bounce' which is all about winning lots of games in a row.

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Football Language: To Encroach

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.

The Language of the Run In

Football Language: Trounce

In this post we look at the phrase 'trounce'A  which is connected to big scores in football after Leicester City's record-breaking 9-0 win...

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Football Language: Work the keeper

This post on the language of football explains the meaning of the phrase 'to work the keeper', which is a phrase connected with goalkeepers...

The Language of Diving

Football Language: Secure a point

In this post on the language of football, we explain the meaning of the phrase 'to secure a point', which is often used to describe when a...

Super Cup

Football Language: Super Cup

In this post on the language of football, we explain the meaning of 'Super Cup', which is a competition played between the winners of the...

Football Language Podcast

Football Language: CONCACAF

CONCACAF: In this post on the language of football, we explain the meaning of the word, 'CONCACAF', which is one of the world's football...

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Football Language: Old Big Ears

In this short football language post, we explain the meaning of the phrase, 'Old Big Ears', a phrase used to talk about a famous trophy.

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Football Language: UEFA

UEFA: This short football language post explains the meaning of 'UEFA' which is the organisation that takes care of football in Europe

Football Language Podcast

Football Language: (to) Outmuscle

In this post we explain the verbal phrase ‘to outmuscle’, which is often heard in football commentary or reporting. If you have...

Football Language Podcast

Football Language: Chop

In this post we explain the football expression 'chop' which has two meanings in football - to dribble past someone and to tackle an...