World Cup Word of the Day:A Looping Header
A looping header curves up and then down, making the shape of half a circle. It is not hit with a lot of power and does not travel in a flat, straight direction. Instead it is guided upwards and over the goalkeeper or defender. You can also have a looping cross or looping shot – again these phrases describe the ball moving up and over a player, making an arc shape.
- Example: In the Spain v Holland game, the Dutch side equalised with a Van Persie looping header.
- Example:A The looping header was guided over the goalkeeper into the far corner.
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