sports dictionary Football
A BLOW BETWEEN THE EARS a slang expression that denotes a shot from an acute angle into the near sector of the goal or over the goalkeeper. The gatekeeper is primarily responsible for the near corner. That is why it is quite difficult to get into this sector, leaving the gate at an acute angle. As a rule, an attacking player looks for a continuation of the combination through a pass. However, it is not uncommon for players to choose a different solution-a strong shot in the near corner. The ball can pass over the goalkeepers shoulder or head. There is also the option of hitting the gap between the goalkeeper and the side post. All these situations fall under the slang phrase "blow between the ears". Such goals always remain on the conscience of the goalkeeper. They are included in the list of the most offensive goal grabs for a goalkeeper.
A PEDOPHILE a fierce fan of football or a particular club. As a rule, such people are simply obsessed with the game. They collect photos, paraphernalia and everything related to football. Football fans often keep detailed statistics of their favorite championship or team. Such people are well versed in the history, rules and nuances of football.
AGREEMENT FORM a football match in which the result is known in advance, because both teams agree on mutually beneficial terms or for money. Contractual arrangements are organized with the goal of ensuring that you get the desired result. In this case, the teams do not play for real, that is, they only simulate attacking attempts, fighting, and other game actions. All goalscorers (if necessary) are initially registered. In fact, football players play according to a pre-written scenario. They also try to make sure that it is not too visible from the outside and the audience does not have any suspicions. In modern professional football, a very serious fight is organized against contract-breakers. Teams that are suspected of match-fixing can be punished very seriously. For example, take away tournament points, lower them in class, or even disqualify them for life. Therefore, in high-level tournaments, contractual arrangements are practically excluded. Only a few people can know about such matches, which makes it very difficult to find information about match-fixing.
AN ASSIST passing the ball from one teammate to another, after which a goal is scored. An assist in football is valued almost as much as a goal in terms of teamwork, although it does not add extra points to the team. Most often, assists are given by midfielders. This can be a low pass, a cross pass,or a canopy. In teams with high strikers, the latter is especially often practiced. Conversely, low players prefer to shuffle across the turf. Assists can be of a wide variety of types. This can be either a pass a few meters ahead,or a cross over half the field. The main thing is that the teammate who received the ball makes one or more touches of the ball, which will lead to a goal. If he gives a pass to another partner, then now he has a chance to record an assist in the event of a teammates goal. In all major championships, assists are recorded during the season. At the end of the season, the player who made the most of them gets some kind of reward. An assist is not counted if the goal was scored in violation of the rules.
ANALYSIS OF THE GAME a detailed analysis of the match, which is conducted by the coaching staff in the presence of the entire team. This discussion is designed to highlight all the negative and positive aspects of a particular match. The team coach focuses on the mistakes and successful actions of each player. Game analysis is a very important part of football. Every bad action of football players shows their weaknesses. The obtained information makes it possible to correct the training process. For example, if a team has played too poorly under the standards, then this element will be given much more attention. Analysis of the game is a kind of theoretical lesson. This increases the tactical competence of each individual player and the entire team as a whole. After a game (especially an unsuccessful one), players and coaches are almost always overwhelmed with emotions. There is no point in analyzing the match during this period. Usually, the "debriefing" takes place the next day or even later.
ANTI-FOOTBALL a blatantly rude game or an obvious game to hold the account. As a rule, this tactic is abused by teams with a mediocre squad or a weak offensive line. Going to a match against a serious opponent, such a team completely moves back. At the same time, players often break the rules and slow down the game as much as possible. For a team that adheres to anti-football, the main task is to defend its own goal. That is why the "bus" tactic is often used in all its manifestations. When intercepting the ball, the attack is carried out by a long throw forward or a banal removal "to nowhere". Such games look quite hard and boring. The weak point of anti-football is the lack of alternatives. As a rule, after conceding one goal, the team is not able to adjust tactically. After that, the case often ends in defeat. Another thing is that it is very difficult to score a goal for such a team.
APERTURE (SPANISH OPENING) one of the parts of national football competitions in the countries of Central and South America. As a rule, national championships in this region consist of two parts: the Apertura (opening) and the Clausura (closing). However, the competition rules may differ. In some countries, the Apertura and Clausura are two separate championships. So there can be two different champions in a season (Argentina). That is why the tournament in which the team won first is being clarified. For example, Boca Juniors is the 2009 Apertura champion. In some countries, the Apertura and Clausura are stages of the same competition. In Mexico, playoff games are played after the regular season. In other countries, the champion is determined by a match between the winners of the Apertura and Clausura.
APPROACH TO THE GATE a game situation where the attacking team has crossed the opponents half of the field and is in close proximity to the opponents goal. Approach to the goal can be called any attack of a team that is located 25-30 meters from someone elses goal. First, it is already an opportunity to make a long-range strike. Secondly, one or two passes in such an attack can lead to a scoring opportunity. The defenders of the defending team must be extremely careful when the opponent approaches their goal. The approach to the gate can be carried out at different speeds. With a positional attack, it can be delayed for several minutes, and with a counterattack, it develops in a few moments.
ARTIFICIAL OFFSIDE an offside position made deliberately and deliberately by the defenders. Offsides in football often occur due to attackers who run behind the line of defenders in advance and are "out of the game"at the moment of passing. But in some cases, experienced defensemen can make a sharp move forward themselves, as a result of which the attacker will not have time to change his position and will be offside at the time of the transfer. When creating an artificial offside position, defenders always take a small risk, because all defensemen may not be able to get ahead in time, and then the opponents striker will be left alone with the goalkeeper.
BACK defensive player in football
BACK OFFICE a defender or football player who plays in the defense of his team. The main task of the defender is to protect his goal as much as possible, taking care of the opponents attackers. For Beck, height and strength are often important parameters, since he has to fight on the second floor and conduct many power martial arts. At the same time, the defender must act carefully, because a violation in his penalty area threatens to be awarded a penalty. The defender sometimes engages in creative activity by performing long forward throws. Some particularly advanced backups go on attacks with their team, and then quickly return if necessary. Few people actually use this approach, because it requires a huge amount of physical strength and can have a bad effect on the players defensive abilities. Sometimes defenders join their teams attacks. Most often, this happens in standard positions, such as free kicks and corners. Often, it is precisely at such standards that defenders score their few goals, because in general, they are rarely in the opponents penalty area.
BACKGROUND the back of the cleats, adjacent to the heel. The backs of the boots improve the landing of football players and make it softer. They are also used to protect this part of the foot from the opponents blows. In modern football, they try to make them the most durable and light at the same time. Backs are needed for a comfortable location of the heel and a good fixation in the shoe of the back of the foot. The shape of the backdrops may vary slightly from manufacturer to manufacturer.
BACKSTROKE a strong kick from the flank to the center in the hope that the ball will fly past the defenders and find a teammate. A flanker has two main types of kick that he can use to direct the ball to the center. This is a backhand and backhand shot. Shooting is usually performed from the bottom, but with great force. The ball quickly flies into the center zone, as a result of which the attacker often only needs to put his foot up to hit the goal. Since the cross is made from the bottom, most of these passes are still blocked by defenders. But the defense can also make mistakes. In football, there are frequent cases when defenders cut the ball into their own goal in an attempt to block a cross. Due to the high speed of the ball, this situation can not always be controlled, which is a plus for the attacking side, since there is a chance that the ball accidentally reaches the forward, and he will only have to strike.
BALL SELECTION the main task of the defense players. Selection of the ball is carried out in order to take possession of it and give it to their partners, and already they begin to attack towards the goal of the other team. Taking the ball from the players of the attacking side allows you to neutralize their attack and at the same time start your own, and at the same time take the threat away from your goal. This is the main task of the defenders. A striker with the ball is a dangerous player. A striker without the ball is an empty space. This principle should guide defensemen, not allowing attacking players of the other team to have possession of the ball for a long time. It should be understood that running around without the ball is the most energy-consuming job in a football match. Therefore, the selection of the ball makes the opponents more tired, pressing and trying to regain possession of the round.
BANNER AD a striker who plays on the edge of offside. The tactic of such a player is simple if you manage to avoid being offside, then he is very likely to get a dangerous moment. If it doesnt work out, the referee doesnt punish you for offsides. As a result, such a forward can get offside many times in one match. Defenders should play carefully with such attackers. Since they often lose in speed, they can never sleep through the forwards dash. Experienced defenders can try to create an artificial offside position. With proper practice, in most cases the striker will find himself in an offside position. But what if he still manages to avoid offside and at the same time evade the defenders? Thats right, in fact, this is a one-on-one exit with the goalkeeper, although one of the defensemen may have time to cover the forward.
BERGKAMPS FEINT a unique stroke of the Dutchman, which he made in the match with Newcastle. This trick can hardly be called a classic feint, since almost no one repeated it after Denis. The trick of the Dutch Arsenal striker was performed in the penalty area. There was a defender behind Bergkamp, and Denis himself was standing with his back to the goal. Taking a pass from Robert Pires, the striker hooked the ball with his far foot towards the goal. Making a 180-degree body turn, Bergkamp found himself one-on-one with the goalkeeper. The ball flew in a graceful arc around the defender on one side, and the Dutchman went around him on the other. Denis had only to deliver a striking shot at the goal. Bergkamps feint can be safely attributed to football magic. This trick is almost impossible to repeat. Only variations of the feint are possible, which are often called the name of the legendary Arsenal striker.
BEY run is the simplest tactic of playing football, implying an unaddressed delivery of the ball towards the opponents goal and rushing after it. Perhaps this is the most primitive tactic of playing football. The bottom line is random shots in the direction of the goal with the same chaotic movement forward. Although in certain cases even such tactics can bring results, it is still a sign of rather unprofessional football. Basically, this style of play can be observed in some amateur leagues or just in yard football. For professional football, this strategy of playing is no good and will not lead to good results.
BICYCLETA kick the ball in a jump over yourself, during which the players legs cross in the air. Very effective and beautiful punch. Most often used by attackers in order to somehow hit the opponents goal. Sometimes defenders also kick through themselves, desperately trying to get the ball away from their goal. If a player manages to score a goal with such a kick, then, as a rule, such a goal is remembered for a long time. Such a goal can get into some top and be shown in reviews even after many years. Most often, such a strike is resorted to by Brazilian forwards.
BIG SCORE (ROUT) a situation in football when one team defeats another with an advantage of three goals or more. In football, there are several terms that can describe the advantage of a team in the score. So, a score like 1: 0, 2: 1, etc. is called the minimum advantage. The difference of two goals is considered more significant, but still quite playable. Only when one team has an advantage of 3 goals or more over the other team can talk about a defeat. It is almost impossible to win back money from such an account. A large score indicates that one team is head and shoulders stronger than the other. Or the opponent just got a very bad game. Most often, defeats are recorded in the matches of the favorite and outsider, when the outcome of the match is very predictable and there is practically no intrigue.
BLANK stop the ball with a head tap. A football trick, when the ball flies in the direction opposite to the direction of movement of the player and he uses a touch with his head to stop the ball. The ball must be flying approximately two meters above the field for the player to make such a stop. Instead of receiving the ball, the player can immediately, without processing, give the ball to the partner.
BOCHINESKA a pass from a team player to his goalkeeper, when they are face to face. This term is used mainly in Latin American football. Shuffling between defenders and goalkeepers is a good way to stall for time and calm down the game. But sometimes in situations where you need to pass quickly to the goalkeeper, the defender does not see exactly the position where the goalkeeper is standing and therefore gives slightly at random. When the goalkeeper and defender see each other, the probability of error is almost eliminated (in professional football). The defender often passes to the goalkeeper when he does not see further continuation, and also so that the goalkeeper simply knocks the ball away.
BOMBARDIER a striker who scores a lot of goals during the season. This word is proudly called those who score the most goals and are known as a strong and dangerous striker. Most scorers play in the position of central strikers, and the whole team tries at all costs to bring such a player to a dangerous position. The ability to score a lot of goals is very much appreciated, so the best clubs in the world are ready to compete for the top scorers. In the history of football, there are a lot of players who can be called scorers. Every year in all the championships, the top scorers are formed, that is, the players who scored the most goals in a season. As a rule, if a striker scores at least 1 goal in 3 matches, then he can already be attributed to the scorers.
BOTTOM (BOTTOM) 1) teams that play an order of magnitude below the level that was expected of them; 2) last positions in the standings of any championship This word in football has several meanings. The first one is most often used by fans who are outraged or disappointed with the performance of some team. Before each football season, some predictions are made. If during the championship it turns out that the team is playing much worse than predicted, then the fans call it bottom. The second value is most often used by commentators when they talk about the state of affairs in the standings. The last 2 or 3 positions in this list are called the bottom, that is, these teams have nowhere to go lower. A club doesnt have to play very badly to get such an offensive characterization. But if yesterdays vice-champion of the country is in the middle of the standings today, this is a reason for fans to seriously criticize the team.
BOX TO BOX a central midfielder who plays a big role in both defending his own goal and developing the teams attacks. Often such players are also called the heart or dispatcher of the team. They can do a lot of work in one match, which is not always noticeable from the outside. Such a midfielder often steps back and takes a direct part in protecting his goal. At the same time, he goes on the attack more often than defenders, distributes a lot of passes to his partners, and is responsible for power opposition in the center of the field. In other words, on the field, he is an all-rounder who can thwart someone elses attack, start his own, and in some cases even complete it. As a rule, these positions are played by the most physically resilient players, who are able to maintain a high level of activity throughout the game. Also, for such a role, it is very important to see the field, that is, to know approximately the position of each of your teammates. Sometimes the exit of such a player can change the course of the game in a key way, because an important link between defense and attack is lost.
BRASILEIRON the highest national champion of Brazil, held since 1971. Since 2003, the Olympic system of drawing has been abolished in the Brazilian championship, and then it became a full-fledged league with a two-round system of matches. Until 1971, there was no classic championship in Brazil at all. The greatest success in the championship since 1971 was achieved by such clubs as Sao Paulo, Corinthians, Palmeiras and others. The Brazilian championship today, although not as popular as the European ones, is considered the most important tournament in the world among the most Brazilians.
BREADCRUMBS WITH RAISINS a match in which the goalkeeper did not concede a single goal and took a penalty. Such an achievement is the pinnacle of success for any goalkeeper. If field players (especially defenders) help the goal guard to make a" cracker", then he has to add "raisins" on his own. Given the fact that a penalty is a one-hundred-percent moment to score a goal, "cracker with raisins" is quite difficult to write down as an asset. It does not do without fart and an element of randomness.
BREAKWATER defensive lineman. The main goal of the breakwater on the field is to prevent the opponents attack from developing in the early stages. If he succeeds, it makes life much easier for the whole team, especially the defenders. A defensive midfielder plays close to the opponents midfielders and tries to prevent them from continuing their attack by passing to the flanks or to the attacker. At the same time, the breakwater takes part in creating its own teams attacks. He can launch an attack by making a precise long, medium, or short pass. But still, its main function remains to prevent the opponents attacks, and not to develop their own. If the breakwater plays well, opponents have problems with the attacking phase, which leads to low performance in the match.
BROVOCHNIK a wing midfielder who plays strictly on the right or left edge of the field. The main tasks of brovochniki are to sharpen the game through the flanks. They often break through on the edge and put them in the penalty area, hoping to find a teammate there who can close the pass. Flankers need good speed, the ability to accelerate sharply and make a high-quality cross or cross towards the opponents goal.
BUNDESLIGA the main German football championship. It can also be called the Bundesliga 1. The Bundesliga is played by 18 of the most powerful German clubs. In total, 34 rounds are played during the season, which determine the teams that qualify for European competitions or are relegated. One team that finished in 16th place plays transition matches for the right to stay in the top division. Winning the Bundesliga is a very prestigious achievement. The Bundesliga is one of the top 5 European championships and has high TV ratings. The championship is known for an abundance of goals and a beautiful attacking game in almost every match.
BURN OUT THE FIELD one of the variants of a very active game, when the players of one team tend to press the players of the other not only in their own half of the field, but also in someone elses. This style of play requires a lot of physical stamina from players, because it implies constant movement. The opposing team may get nervous, because even in their own half they will not feel calm. As a rule, no team can burn out the field during the entire game. There are only time intervals during which opponents can make attempts to take the lead. Complete dominance and constant pressure can afford those teams that are head and shoulders stronger than their opponents.
CAGNO feint in football, when a player passes the ball between the opponents legs and passes it due to acceleration. This feint comes from Latin America. In particular, in Brazil it is called canyeta. In modern football, such a move is used quite rarely, since often the chance of a successful opponents pass is small and it is better to use more standard methods. Sometimes a feint is used in situations where it is physically impossible to pass the defender in any other way.
CARPORT pass through the air to your teammate or to a specific area. Canopies are the main weapon of flank players. Such passes always bring sharpness to the game, because the ball flying through the air is more difficult to control, and it is also difficult to fight for it. Such a pass can even end with an own goal, when the defender cuts the ball into his own goal. The effectiveness of canopies mainly depends on how well the players of the attacking half of the team can fight on the second floor and hit their heads. Since such shots are very unpleasant and difficult for the goalkeeper, even one such accurate shot can lead to a goal. Most often, canopies are made from the flanks, but sometimes they are also relevant in the central part of the field. With the help of passes through the air, you can throw the ball over the opponents defenders and go one-on-one by opening the attacker. This is very difficult, because defenders remain vigilant and prepared for such actions, but it is still possible.
CARRY impose your own game on your opponent. This term is used when one of the teams is clearly superior to the other. The team that drives the opponent has full control over the game. As a rule, this term is used when some players are constantly with the ball and combine dangerously, and the opponent is forced to play most of the game only in selection. The term "carry" is often used personally. For example, you can say "today the striker drove the centerback".
CATENACCIO a tactical game plan that focuses on the defensive actions of the team. Designed by coach Elenio Herrera more than fifty years ago. More attention is paid to defending your own goal. Teams with a strong defensive line that use catenaccio can concede few goals in a season. Of course, this style of play is not the most spectacular, can often lead to zeros on the scoreboard, but the main goal of catenaccio is the result, not the spectacle. And if the game ends with a victory for the team, even if it is minimal, this tactical scheme justifies itself. In fact, the whole of Italian football reflects this pattern to a certain extent. Although there are clubs in the national championships that build their game on attack, in general, Italian football is slightly less productive compared to other top championships.
CENTER CIRCLE (CENTER OF THE FIELD) a mandatory markup element. The center of the field is literally in the middle of the middle line, which, in turn, divides the field into two equal halves. It is from the center that the first shot is taken in each of the halves (including overtimes), and the ball is also entered after the goal is scored. The center of the field is marked with a solid white circle with a diameter of 0.3 m. A circle with a radius of 9.15 m is marked around the point. When the ball is brought into play from the center of the field, only players of the team that makes the first kick can be located within the center circle.
CENTRO horse pass from the flank, which is sent to the center of the penalty area. This element is very common in the game of teams that have tall central strikers in their composition. Flanking players make a pass along the edge and hang (perform a sentro) on their forward grenadier. When performing a sentro, it is important that the ball flies over the front defenders and has an inconvenient trajectory for the goalkeeper. As a rule, such serves go in an arc that goes away from the goal. It is easier to adjust to such a program and deliver an accentuated headbutt. A sentry can also be considered a corner kick, in which the ball is sent to the center of the penalty area. Even the technical teams that practice long positional draws should have riding sheds in their arsenal. In conditions of a limited time resource, it is the center that is the fastest and most effective way to create a dangerous moment.
CHARGE 1) a good game guide received by the team from the coach 2) support of the fans in the stadium, when they shout out various chants 3) a powerful shot on goal A charge for the game can be obtained both before the start of the match and at half-time. Basically, it depends on what words the coach finds to motivate the team. If there is a spirit of unity in the dressing room, then the players can encourage themselves. Another charge is the powerful support of fans. In addition, commentators sometimes call a charge a strong kick in the direction of the goal, when the ball can fly at high speed.
CHEEK the inside of the foot. Performing a kick or pass with the cheek, the player can control the direction and strength as much as possible. At the same time, the maximum impact force is slightly lost. Football elements made with a cheek are particularly elegant. Often blows with the cheek are called "for execution" blows. This definition emphasizes the players professionalism and perfect trajectory calculation. To perform a pass or kick with the cheek, players turn the foot so that its inner part becomes a shock. With such contact with the ball, you can direct the projectile as accurately as possible.
CHEEK (CHEEK) slang name for the inside of the foot.
CHEEK STRIKE precision kick with the inside of the foot. This is a very technical element. The main task is to accurately calculate the trajectory of the balls flight. Often such blows are called "on execution". This means that the player makes a perfectly calibrated shot in a certain sector of the goal. The disadvantage of hitting the cheek is a loss in strength. That is why the element is performed only at a short distance from the goal (inside or near the penalty area). Hitting the cheek from a serious distance makes no sense. The ball will take too long to fly. Especially often, a cheek kick can be seen when performing free kicks or penalty kicks. Also, this element is used during finishing or close-range shots (for example, from outside the goal area).
CHILENA a complex technical technique in football, which is also called a "scissor kick". To perform the chilena, the player needs to put the body almost parallel to the lawn and hit the goal through himself. At the same time, the legs make a characteristic "scissors" movement — first one leg is brought into the air, which helps to balance the body and choose the desired height, and the second leg hits the ball. Cilena is one of the most beautiful elements of football. Almost all goals after such strikes fall into the ratings of the most spectacular goalscorers.
CINCO a football player who plays as a defensive midfielder. Players in this position are also referred to as the "five". The duties of a defensive midfielder include high pressure, interrupting the opponents attacks, blocking cutting passes, and insuring flank midfielders. In addition, the mainstay can set the focus of the attack. Players in this role most often intercept or take the ball from the opponent. This means that the "first" pass is made by Cinco. Also, the defensive midfielder must have a good shot (preferably with both legs). By picking up a rebound after corner kicks or other standards, Cinco can use this skill to hit the goal from long range. The opornik does a lot of rough work. Often, his efforts remain unnoticed by a wide audience. However, the stability of the entire teams game largely depends on the class of Cinco. This player "cements" the center of the field, while having time to efficiently help in the attack. A great defensive midfielder should be tactically savvy, hardy, read the game well, and have a good shot and pass. In addition, fortitude and fighting qualities are important for this position. Outstanding cinco players were Claude Makelele, Roy Keane, Patrick Vieira.
CITIZENS 1) this is the name of the English professional club Manchester City 2) among Russian fans, it is customary to call fans of FC Moscow as citizens In the case of a team from England, everything is very simple. The home stadium of this club is located in Manchester. In addition, the name of the club includes the word "city", which means city in English. In Russian football, townspeople were usually referred to as fans of the capitals FC Moscow club.
CLAMP DOWN game tactics, when almost the entire team defends itself in its own half of the field. With this strategy, almost all the players of the team move back as much as possible. All their efforts are aimed at destroying the opponents attacks and playing as tightly as possible with these players. With this style of play, players do not hesitate to take the ball away from their penalty area. If there is too much concentration of players in one half of the field, there is a chance to score in your own goal. Players can also block the goalkeepers view. Most often, this tactic is used when you need to keep the result. At the same time, the team does not even think about attacking, but is completely focused on a very tight game in their own half of the field. Maximum offensive effort counterattack 2 3 fast attacking players.
CLASSIFY the ability of the defender to wait for the right moment to take the ball from the opponent. The main goal of the defender is to take the ball away from the attacker and prevent him from passing further. This is not always possible or convenient. For example, if the attacker is moving very fast, it is best to just follow him without losing sight of him. A good situation for selection can arise if the opponent is surrounded by several players, or he slows down and tries to beat the defenseman. In general, the defender should know approximately in which cases it is worth going to the selection, and in which cases it is not. If he chooses only convenient moments to attack, then on his part the chance of making a mistake will be much less, and besides, he will be much less likely to break the rules. Also under the plassirovannym pass understand creeping on the lawn pass. Accordingly, when a defender is classified, it means that the defender is lying in the tackle.
CLAUSURA the final, closing part of the season in the national championships of South America. The term is used only in South America. Clausura most often refers to the second round of football championships, that is, the final round of matches, after which the season ends. In some cases, the Clausura is a separate championship that is held after the Opening of the first championship, which lasts from the beginning to the middle of the season.
CLEAT shoes specially designed for playing soccer. It is usually made of natural or artificial leather. The main difference between boots and other shoes is the presence of spikes on the sole. Throughout the history of football, boots have been constantly changed and modified, trying to make them as comfortable and safe as possible. As a result, boots today can be called high-tech shoes. Today, there are many types of cleats specially designed for playing in wet, dry weather, as well as for different surfaces. The weight of the boots also varies greatly. The lightest ones weigh 150-200 grams. In the leading world championships, of course, the best boots from well-known manufacturers are used. The most famous football players of our time can afford exclusive boots.
CLOSE THE BAR hit the ball that flew in from the flank and thus try to score a goal in the opponents goal. The task of flank players is to load the ball into the penalty area of the opposing team. Other teammates try to respond to these shots and canopies. But to close the post, the player must not be directly in the center of the field, but move slightly towards the opposite flank, that is, closer to the goal post. If a player manages to close the post without hindrance, then this is very likely to lead to a goal, because this is, in fact, a very difficult shot for the goalkeeper.
CLOSER! a tip from teammates or a coach to play closer to a player on the other team. Often, the goalkeeper shouts to the defender to play closer to the player who can deliver a dangerous shot on goal. Against the most dangerous attackers, two defenders can often play at once, protecting them and not allowing them to sharpen the game and go forward. This word can also mean a call to play closer to the ball. Many strikers need space to create a scoring opportunity. When the defender plays closer to him, the forward is less likely to come up with something interesting.
COACH head coach of the team. Every football team has a coach. Without him, it is simply impossible to have a comprehensive preparation and training of football players, build tactics, etc.This person has a great responsibility, because often fans blame the coach for the failures of their team. Usually, the coach is a football expert who is older than the players and has received appropriate coaching training. It depends on him what style of play the team will use, what its strengths and weaknesses will be, how it will be prepared in physical terms. A coachs success is determined by the success of the team he trains. If the club shows results that are higher than expected, then the coach gets good responses. For example, if the team was an outsider, but at the end of the season did not fly out of the top division, then the coachs work can be considered successful. If the coach cannot lead the favorite to the championship and does not win any trophies during the season, then his success and reputation may suffer. The best coaches tend to end up on the best teams.
COMEBACK the situation in football when one of the teams loses, but recoups. In football, the advantage of 2 or more goals is already serious. If the losing team manages to win back from such a score, it is usually said that it has made a comeback. In the history of football, there are cases when teams won back a difference of 3-4 goals. Comebacks often occur in the second half. If a team played poorly in the first round and conceded a lot of goals, it doesnt mean that everything is lost for them. The second half of the game can often, if not radically change the course of the game, then at least return the intrigue. Comebacks are always popular with the audience, because it means an abundance of goals in a match and maximum intrigue.
COMPENSATED MATCH TIME a well-established term for referring to the time added by the referee to the main time of the match, in order to compensate for various delays caused by injuries to players, substitutions, etc.From the point of view of the Russian language, the term is not entirely correct, since it is more correct to call this time compensating.
COMPENSATED TIME a few minutes that the main referee can add in each of the two halves (more is usually added in the second half). By default, a soccer match lasts 90 minutes. But not all of the time allotted falls on the game. A lot of time-consuming events can occur during a match: substitutions, violations, standard positions, goal kicks, deletions, etc.The task of the referee is to decide how much time to add based on the available delays. He can do this at the end of the first and second halves. Most often, the referee compensates for 1 minute in the first half and 3 minutes in the second. Also, the chief judge may decide not to add any time at all. For example, if it believes that there were no significant delays in the match. If there were a lot of delays in the match, then 5-6 minutes are added, or less often more. The compensated time should not be confused with the extra time, which is two halves of 15 minutes each and is announced only if the teams play for elimination and were unable to determine the strongest during the main and compensated time.
CONCACAF the Confederation of football of Central and North America, as well as the Caribbean countries. It was founded in late 1961. The Federation exercises control over football structures in the countries of its region. The company is headquartered in New York City. It is one of the six continental federations of FIFA. It is authorized to conduct tournaments for the national teams of its continent. The Federation consists of 40 member countries, some of which are not members of FIFA.
CONMEBOL South American Football Confederation. An organization that manages soccer in South America. It is one of the six continental confederations of FIFA. Responsible for hosting tournaments in your region. The national teams of the region have the right to participate in the qualification for the World Cup. The organization is headquartered in Paraguay. CONMEBOL was founded back in 1916. The founders of the federation were countries such as Argentina, Brazil, Chile and Uruguay, that is, those in which football was most developed in the early years. CONMEBOL holds a tournament among the countries of South America, known as the Copa America. 12 teams participate in its final part.
COPA AMERICA A South American national team tournament held under the auspices of CONMEBOL. The tournament was founded in 1916 and today is the oldest football tournament that continues to exist. It features 10 national teams from South America and 2 invited teams. These teams most often represent CONCACAF. The rules of the tournament have often changed, but today it looks like this: the teams are divided into three groups of 4 teams. The top two teams from each group, as well as two third-placed teams out of three, advance to the playoffs. As a result, the top 8 teams meet in ? the final. From this stage on, the tournament is played just like any other tournament involving national teams. Most often, the tournament was won by the national teams of Uruguay, Brazil and Argentina. They, as a rule, most often became the hosts of the tournament.
CORNER corner kick. A kick that is performed by one of the fielders from the center of the field. Assigned when the ball goes out of the front line from a player of the defending team. If the ball leaves the attacking player, a goal kick is awarded. A corner kick can be taken by any fielder on the team. He can make a cross into the penalty area, give a low pass or even try to spin the ball into the goal. Each team has 2 to 3 players, who most often perform standard positions. A corner kick in football is considered a rather dangerous game episode almost always after this shot there is a chance to extract a scoring opportunity. When performing corners, almost all the players of the same and second teams are in the penalty area. Defenders try to protect the players of the attacking team, as well as prevent the ball from accidentally flying into the goal. They also need to avoid interfering with their goalie or blocking his view. Very often, the goalkeeper takes the ball in the penalty area, as he has the right to play with his hands.
CORNER FLAG a special marking element that is installed in each corner of the football field. This is how the boundaries of the game space are visually marked. Also, the corner flag helps to clearly distinguish between the front and side lines. The flag is like the" center " of the arc that marks the sector for the corner kick. Commentators and fans often use phrases such as "fighting at the flag", "catching the ball at the flag itself" , etc. This means that the events described take place in the corner of a football field.
CORNER KICK (CORNER KICK) the standard position that the attacking team performs from the corner of the field. To assign a corner kick, the ball must completely cross the front line (goal line). In this case, the last touch must be made by the player of the defending team. Naturally, in the case of a goal, a corner kick is not awarded. At the corners of the football field, the sectors from which this standard is applied are marked. The ball must be in the marked area and remain in a static position. A player can immediately cross into the penalty area or bring the ball into play with a short or medium pass. There were many cases when goals were scored from a corner. "Dry leaf" - a kick when the ball from the corner is carefully arced into the goal, catching the goalkeepers by surprise.
COVER UP play tight against the attacking players of the opponent, close their free space and do not give room for maneuver. In standard positions, each defender tries to cover a certain attacking player in order to prevent him from freeing himself from custody and making a dangerous pass or kick. In the penalty area, the player who is left without guardianship and has free space in front of him scores most often. Also, covering means not allowing the ball to be received or receiving a pass. Even the most skilled player, who cant get the ball for a long time, eventually loses the rhythm of the game and becomes less dangerous. The task of covering the opponents players usually lies with the defenders and defensive midfielders, but sometimes they are helped in this matter by partners who are more focused on the attack.
CROSS PASS, SPLIT PASS passing the ball into a free zone between two or more opposing players. A pass is made to cut through the opponents defense. Free zones periodically appear on the field, where experienced players can send the ball to their partner. Most often, a contrary pass is also performed on the move, among other things. Thus, the player to whom the transfer is addressed must make a sharp leap forward and enter the free space. With the help of such passes in football, many one-on-one exits or other dangerous situations are created.
CROSSBAR top bar of a football goal. The crossbar is one of the parts of the solid frame of the gate. It is located at a height of 2.44 meters and passes exactly above the goal line.
CROSSBREEDING an original football trick. The player runs with the ball towards his partner. When the players are close, the player leaves the "round" to his friend or pretends that he is going to make a pass, while he continues to control the ball. The "crossing" technique makes it possible to confuse the opponents defenders. Football players can easily change the direction of attack due to this maneuver. Often the ball is left "under attack". In this case, one of the participants in the cross stops the ball and continues to move on. The second player runs in and performs an accentuated kick. If the ball is stationary, the accuracy of the kick increases significantly.
CRUIFFS FEINT the famous deceptive movement of the Dutchman, which has become one of the most common feints in football. During one of the matches, Cruyff broke through on the flank to the opponents goal. The striker swung his leg for a horse feed, and then abruptly removed the ball under him. The defender reacted to Kruiffs first move, which allowed the forward to easily free himself from the guard. Cruiffs feint is also called a "false swing". After this movement, you can go in any direction. It is important to "swing" the opponent and mislead him. The Cruiff feint has become the basis of the technical equipment of almost every player working on the attack. Such a deceptive move can be observed in any match.
CURLONS FEINT the famous stroke of a Brazilian player, during which he passes his opponents, juggling the ball on his head. This trick has become a unique football trick that no one else performs. Curlon managed to turn his signature stroke even in the passes on the flank. Often, such foppery ended in a rough foul. Opponents tried to get the ball by playing with their feet held high. This outline was perceived as a mockery. That was why the defenders had brutally thwarted Kerlons attempts to make fools of them. In fan circles, it was said that Curlons feint was life-threatening. However, visually the trick of the Brazilian looks very impressive. Curlons feint is more like a circus trick than a football element. Perhaps thats why Curlon himself never became a successful football player.
CUTTING PASS transfer to an empty zone between opponents. Such a pass allows the attacking player to enter the operational space. A good penetrating pass can "cut off" the entire defense. In this case, the partner goes one-on-one with the goalkeeper. A player who can make such a brilliant pass must have a good "view" of the field and anticipate the maneuvers of opponents. Cutting passes are often made by playmakers or creative midfielders. Technical and smart players can put their teammates in a striking position with just a touch of the ball. A cool cutting pass creates the same aesthetic pleasure as a beautiful goal or a spectacular feint.
DEATH GROUP a tournament group consisting of very strong teams. It is difficult to identify a favorite in it. The group of death is called the strongest set of teams, among which it is impossible to single out the one that is stronger than the others by a head. Matches in such a group promise to be interesting and take place in a hard fight. The death group can have 2 3 high-level teams and 1 2 medium-level teams. In any case, none of them can guarantee an easy life. Teams that have left the group of death can be considered favorites of the tournament in the future.
DECA TRICK ten goals scored by one player in a match. Fantastic achievements. In professional football, its incredibly rare to see results with double-digit margins. But they are there. You can recall at least the defeat of the San Marino national team by the Germans with a score of 13: 0 in qualifying for Euro 2008. But it is very difficult to imagine that one player scored ten goals, even if he is super-successful. From the history of official meetings, we can note the match between the national teams of Australia and Samoa, held in 2001. The match ended with a score of 31: 0 in favor of the Australians, and their striker Thompson scored 13 goals in that game. Specialists in football terminology did not find a word that could be called his achievement, so they say about him like this: he scored a deca trick and one hat trick for the match.
DEFENSE game actions aimed at protecting and removing danger from your goal. The teams defensive line is directly involved in defensive actions. Her duties include controlling and protecting the opponents attackers, creating artificial offsides, playing in the penalty area, and so on. In addition to them, defensive functions are assumed by defensive midfielders. Sometimes, when a team needs to keep the result, all the teams fielders can participate in the defense of their own goal. This style of play is often disliked by the audience, because it leads to immature football. Defenders, in addition to playing from the bottom, need to fight on the second floor. They have to constantly fight for the ball. There are several types of defenders. For example, the so-called cleaner plays on a safety net. Central defenders are responsible for maintaining order in the penalty area and play directly with the opposing forwards. Extreme backs control the situation on the flanks, and at the same time they start their teams attacks on the edge.
DEFERRED PENALTY 1) a situation on the football field when a player commits a violation, but the referee allows the game to continue, because the violation did not lead to the end of the attack 2) a penalty issued by the control and disciplinary committee or other authorized organization, which begins to take effect only after some time. If a player commits a violation during the match, but the teams attack continues, the referee does not stop the game. If, however, the attack is interrupted after a few seconds, then the referee decides whether to give the player some penalty or limit himself to a verbal warning. The second meaning of this phrase is a penalty, which is not tied to a particular game and can be announced for the entire team as a whole. It starts working only after some time or after some conditions are met/violated.
DESSENSO relegation zone in any championship, relegation of a team to a lower division. In most European championships, the relegation zone is the last three positions in the standings. Teams that end up in these positions at the end of the season leave the current championship and move to a lower level. In the Bundesliga, for example, two teams are relegated directly, and the sixteenth-placed team plays transition matches with a team from the second division. Any team doesnt want to be relegated from their division. The goal of the most obvious outsiders of the championship is not to get into the relegation zone at the end of the season.
DIAMOND SCHEME (DIAMOND) tactical formation 4 3 1 2. This strategy uses four defenders and three midfielders. Such a combination should perform a good defensive function. The Diamond scheme provides for a player who connects the defensive line and a duo of attackers. Such a player is a classic "top ten". The whole drawing of the game largely depends on his skill level. After selecting the ball, midfielders or defenders look for the playmakers pass. If the player is closed, then there is an option to pass on the flank or a long pass to the attackers. The tactical placement of Diamonds is often used in the presence of a star playmaker. It is through this player that attacks are built. Quite often, midfielders line up in a triangle, forming a rhombus with the" ten". This construction has become quite popular. In this case, the extreme defenders turn into brovochniki, saturating the attacking line. And the mainstay can play the third central defender on an episode.
DIRTY GAME a match with an abundance of intentional gross violations, unsportsmanlike behavior and theatrical falls. To summarize, a dirty game is an attempt to achieve victory by dishonest means or deliberate actions aimed at harming the opponent. A dirty game is resorted to when the nervous tension reaches the extreme point and the players can no longer control themselves. Not everyone can keep their composure at such moments. Dirty play can also include attempts at explicit simulation in order to get a dangerous free kick or penalty. Even teams whose players have good relations with each other, when entering the football field, become first of all rivals. Therefore, in some particularly stubborn or too principled matches, relations can boil over. This leads to violations that are made on purpose, in order to disable a particular player. Most often, dirty play can be observed in important matches of principal rivals or so-called derbies, when both teams represent the same city.
DISPATCHER central midfielder, through whom almost all the teams play goes. The role of the dispatcher in modern football is difficult to underestimate. It is he who shapes the teams game, creates new attacks, but also participates in defense. The dispatcher is active in creation. It requires the ability to see what is happening on the field well, interact well with partners and know their location. Accuracy and speed of passes is one of the main skills of a good dispatcher. He co-operates the work of all teammates and is often its captain.
DIVISION a set of teams assembled according to certain criteria for holding a separate championship between them, where only these clubs play. In a division, as a rule, there are from 10 to 24 teams. In the championship, they can only play each other. Almost every country has several divisions. In countries where football is developed, there may be dozens of them. For example, in England there is the Premier League-the highest division in which the strongest clubs play. It is followed by the Championship, which enjoys slightly less prestige, but still it is also a fairly strong championship. It is followed by even less prestigious divisions. If at the end of the season a team occupies a place that, according to the regulations, allows it to move to a higher division, then next season it will already play in it. Its the same with downgrading.
DOUBLE 1) the victory of one team simultaneously in the national championship and cup; 2) two goals scored by a football player during one match Winning double most often these words mean that the team won the championship and cup. In football, this is not so rare, especially if the team is a clear favorite in its division. Such an end to the season is undoubtedly a great success. But this word is also used to describe less significant, but also pleasant achievements. A double is defined as two goals scored by one player during one match. Most often, this achievement is conquered by strikers, but sometimes also by midfielders. If a player makes a double, he claims to be the best player of the match and will receive good ratings from football experts and fans.
DOUBLE HAT TRICK six goals scored by one player (usually a striker) in one match. To achieve such an achievement, even an experienced scorer needs very favorable conditions. One of them is a very weak opponent who does not play well in defense and concedes a lot of goals. The second condition is comrades who will give out great programs. And the third is a bit of luck, because just like that, six goals by one player per match are not scored. This term can also be expressed in another way, namely hexa trick. But most fans wont remember such a complex name, so when a soccer player scores six times in one match, it is said among fans that he has scored a double hat trick.
DOUBLE VE tactical scheme 3 2 2 3. Very interesting tactical scheme, which uses not quite the standard location of players on the field. It clearly shows the balance between defense and attack. And an absolute balance. Five players of the team (three defenders and two defensive midfielders) are engaged in defending their own goal, while five other players are mainly engaged in attack. The scheme is much more aggressive, as can be seen at least from the number of players in the attacking line-up. Today, few teams use this scheme. It requires a certain amount of courage from coaches, and this is not always possible in modern football, where the main role is played by the result.
DRIBBLER a football player who is proficient in driving the ball. This word refers to fast and technical attacking players who are able to pass and beat defenders at speed. These are mostly low or medium-sized players who spend a lot of time in training developing their speed skills, as well as practicing deceptive movements and false swings. Dribblers do not hesitate to take the game on themselves and try to get around a couple of defenders of the opponent. These types of players are often played rough because they are difficult to stop in any other way. This style of play originated in Latin America. In particular, the Brazilians were known for their good dribbling, for which they received world fame.
DRY LEAF kick in soccer, during which the ball flies in a complex arc, and at the end of the flight sharply falls down. This trajectory is achieved by setting the "round" rotation around an inclined axis. A dry sheet is a challenging task for any goalkeeper. The reason lies in the unpredictable trajectory. Quite often, a sharp drop in the ball on the last leg of the flight takes goalkeepers by surprise. Football fans associate two outstanding players with the Sukhoi List kick: Brazilian Didi and Valery Vasilyevich Lobanovsky. Lobanovsky often practiced this technique when performing corner kicks. The ball flew along a complex trajectory and often fell into the goal behind the goalkeeper.
EAT UP (SLANG) get tired physically or mentally during a match. Football players who, due to their active game actions, are very tired before the end of the match, are usually replaced by coaches. A tired player is a weak link in the team, even if he is very experienced and strong in his own right. Fatigue usually refers to physical decline. The players running, dribbling, power struggle and other game actions all become less effective. Tired defenders can seriously lose speed to attackers, so they will foul, and so you can even earn a removal from the field. Sometimes the player can get tired psychologically. Then it is better to replace him, because he can easily make a mistake or make a gross foul. Even the most experienced players are not immune from psychological fatigue. If the attacking part of the team is tired, this leads to a decrease in the number of attacks and dangerous moments at the goal, as well as a decrease in the speed of attacks. Counterattacks are out of the question in this case, as they require good speed. Most of all, football players can get tired in equal combat matches, where every minute there is an intense struggle. If two overtimes of 15 minutes are added to the match, this increases fatigue, since you need to spend 120 minutes at a high level, not 90.
ELASTIC (FLIP FLAP) a feint in football that most fans associate with Ronaldinho. It was this player who brought elastico to the ideal, although the feint appeared long before the era of the Brazilian. The essence of elastico lies in the elegant deception of the defending player. The player shows the body the direction of movement, while simultaneously directing the ball in the same direction with the outside of the foot. However, in the middle of the maneuver, the player abruptly changes the vector of his movement. In this case, the projectile is shifted to the inside of the foot, directing the ball in the desired direction. Such a feint is similar to a kind of wave that is outlined by the foot on the surface of a football field. In addition to beauty, elastico boasts high efficiency. Technical players have proven this many times in professional matches.
ELEVATOR (SLANG) a football club that is relegated from one or more leagues and then returns. Some teams may be absolute underdogs in one division, but if they are relegated to a lower one, they will have a strong season there and then come back again due to less competition. Such clubs manage to play several times in two or three divisions over a decade. The strength of teams in the highest division of a country can be quite different from that of a lower league. Thus, the outsider teams of some championships feel great when they are relegated to lower-ranked competitions. In the history of football, there are many cases when a team took the last place in its championship, was relegated, but the next season won the lower league and came back. This cycle can be repeated many times.
ELEVEN-METER HIGH kick of the attacking player from the 11-meter mark into the opponents goal. All other players are outside the penalty area. An eleven-meter penalty is also called a penalty kick in another way.
ENGANCHE a football player who plays the role of " ten " in a tactical production. This is a playmaker whose main task is to organize the game. The main focus of enganche is attacking actions. He is responsible for the connections between the midfield and the strikers. This means that the " ten " must provide a quick exit from defense to attack, as well as be the main character during a positional attack. The playmaker is characterized by a high level of technical equipment, a great vision of the field, as well as an extraordinary mindset. Often, enganche executes corner kicks and standards near the penalty area. As a rule, such players have a good command of both feet, which makes them dangerous in any position.
EQUIPAZO a term borrowed from Spanish football slang. Equipaso is a super team or a dream team. Naturally, only outstanding teams that have managed to win a lot of trophies deserve this definition. Bright "equipaso" can be considered Real Madrid, Catalan Barcelona, Milan or Bayern. Great teams were created not only in the leading football countries. Ajax Amsterdam has been in the public eye for quite a long time. The school of this Dutch club has produced many cool football players. There was a period when young talents created a real "equipaso". Wealthy club owners often try to create their own equipazo, through high-profile and expensive transfers. Often these attempts are successful.
ESTERNO a midfielder who plays on the wing (extreme midfielder). Such players perform a whole range of tasks. During the attack, Esterno is responsible for quick flanking passes, overhangs, and backhands. Very often, the extreme midfielders move to the center and deliver dangerous shots on goal. Esterno also puts pressure on the opponents flankers or accompanies them to their defensive lines. Modern football is based on the universalism of players. This also affected the extreme midfielders. Esterno often changes places with his teammate on the other flank. Such shifts can be spontaneous or planned. Such a" chaotic " movement significantly confuses defenders, especially if they play individually by player. The extreme midfielder must have good technical equipment, a well-placed kick (at least with one foot), and high stamina.
EXTRA TIME two additional halves of 15 minutes each, which are assigned if the tournament has cup regulations and the teams failed to determine the strongest player in 90 minutes of play. Extra time is never assigned in leagues, but in cup competitions this option is available. If at the end of 90 minutes of the match the teams have an equal total score (including the number of away goals), the referee will call extra time. This is two halves of 15 minutes each. Between them, only a minimal break of a few minutes is possible, so that the players can recover at least a little. If there is not enough extra time to determine the winner, a penalty shootout is awarded. Extra time may be completed prematurely if the tournament rules provide for the possibility of a gold or silver goal. A key factor to overtime success is the teams physical fitness. Not all players are capable of playing at a high level for 120 minutes, and this should be taken into account by the coach. Often, by extra time, some people understand those minutes that the referee adds to the main time of the match. But in fact, it is correct to call it compensated time.
EXTREME ATTACKING MIDFIELDER a player of the team whose efforts are mainly focused on the attack. He plays on the right or left edge, takes part in counterattacks and tries to create sharpness on his flank. Extreme attacking midfielders are used by some teams instead of flanking attackers. They are also aimed at attacking, but not so clearly. Sometimes attacking midfielders are forced to defend, but still their main job on the field is to break through on the flanks, hang in the penalty area, hit the goal. That is, everything that can contribute to the development and completion of attacks. Statistics show that extreme attacking midfielders give a lot of assists, although sometimes they score themselves. This position is most often taken by fast and technical players who have a well-developed accuracy of passes from the bottom and top.
EXTREME DEFENDER a player in the teams defensive line who plays on the right or left flank. His main task is to defend the flanks and play against the fast extreme midfielders of the opponent, so such defensemen should also differ to some extent in their speed. When they get possession of the ball, they pass it to the center or to the flanks. Extreme defenders play a role in creation, as they can develop attacks, and sometimes perform breakthroughs themselves. However, it depends on each individual player. Some extreme defenders actively participate in their teams attacks, resort to standard positions or perform them themselves. Others are not capable of such adventurism and are more pragmatic.
FA (FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION OF ENGLAND) the oldest association that controls all football processes in England. The organization was founded in 1863. The FAs list of responsibilities includes: appointing the national team coach (mens and womens); organising the National Championship (Premier League); organising the FA Cup and other minor competitions. In addition, the Football Association of England is constantly working to promote football in the country and supports amateur football. Currently, the FA receives its main income from the sale of rights to broadcast Premier League matches. These funds make up the majority of the associations budget.
FAIR play generally accepted principles of mutual respect in sports. Football has become almost the hallmark of fair play. All international organizations promote respect and fair play. An elementary manifestation of fair play is greeting players before a match. This rule exists in almost all sports. There are other examples of fair play. For example, a team player was injured, but the referee did not record a foul. In this case, there is often a show of respect on the part of both teams. First, the opposing player kicks the ball out of the sideline. Thus, he interrupts the game and gives an opportunity to help the injured player. According to the rules, possession of the ball passes to the other team. However, after throwing out, the ball is returned to the opponent. There are also more vivid examples of fairplay in history. During a match in the English Premier League, the goalkeeper of one of the teams was injured and could not continue the game. However, the judge did not notice this moment. The attack progressed. A cross was thrown into the penalty area. But Italian striker Paolo Di Canio did not take such a dubious chance, thus earning the respect of millions of fans. There were also cases when players admitted to the referee that the ball hit the goal from the hand or the penalty was not actually awarded. Such noble actions adorn the game. After all, football players have long been an example and guide for millions of people.
FALCAO IS NOT COMING TO US the phrase of the former coach of Spartak Moscow Valery Karpin, which has become popular. This expression describes the futility of inviting a good football player to the team and the low status of the championship or club in the world. "Falcao wont be joining us." This can be said for almost any team that does not have serious funding and ambitions. The same phrase can be an excuse in case of losing to a team with a good composition. This phrase has taken root in the fan community in the former Soviet Union. Often it can be heard from fans of modest Russian clubs.
FALSE MANEUVER deceptive actions of several players in order to escalate the attack. False maneuvers in modern football are an integral part of the attacking game plan. The main purpose of such a game action is to divert the attention of the opponents players to themselves in order to open up a free path for teammates. For example, one dangerous attacker can distract the attention of several defenders, while the partners will play an attack without him. Another example of a false run maneuver is when a player makes a sharp leap forward as if to receive a pass from a partner, but in fact the ball is given to another player.
FANTASIST a football player who is responsible for the creative side of his teams game. This term comes from the Italian language. Fantasista is a very technical football player who sees the field perfectly and is able to make non-trivial decisions. Such players, as a rule, play in the position of ten, being the link between defense and attack. Often they move freely around the field and are not tied to a specific position. Fantasista performs dangerous free kicks and participates in the drawing of almost every standard. A real fantasist is always a match decoration. Among such players are Zico, Zinedine Zidane, Rivaldo, Riquelme.
FEINT FOCUS Pokus is a deceptive movement, which is a complicated version of the reverse Elastic. This trick looks quite impressive. However, each step of the feint should be worked out to automatism. Reverse Elastic (Snake) consists of several stages. First, with the inside of the foot (thumb) the ball is directed along the incoming trajectory. In the" middle " of the maneuver, the projectile abruptly passes under the control of the outer part of the foot and is taken away to the side. Feint Hocus Pocus is almost analogous to a reverse Snake. However, the ball must go around the support leg. First, a step is taken, after which the free leg performs an Elastic around the supporting leg.
FIELD (FOOTBALL FIELD IN INTERNATIONAL MATCHES) 100 to 110 m long, 64 to 75 m wide
FIGHTING ON THE SECOND FLOOR a situation in football when two or more players in a jump try to get the head of the ball flying through the air. Wrestling on the second floor can have different goals depending on the role of the players on the field. So, the striker will generally engage in aerial duels only on the territory of the opponents penalty area in order to deliver a dangerous head kick or redirect it to a teammate. The defenders task in this case is the opposite: to kick the ball away from his own goal. For a defender, height is an important parameter, because otherwise it will be difficult to resist tall attackers. Also, fighting on the second floor can occur in the center of the field. This expression is used by commentators in almost every football match. Wrestling on the second floor is relevant in modern football, as a lot of balls fly into the penalty area through the air.
FIND A CRACK kick a football player from a difficult position, which still passes through all the obstacles. Also a kick from an acute angle. Attackers try to find the most convenient position for hitting. Sometimes the defense plays very competently and it is almost impossible to do this. But some players have the talent to hit even from difficult positions. For example, from a sharp angle or when several defenders stand in the way of the ball. No matter how difficult the situation, it is almost always possible to find a gap for impact. Another thing is that such a shot can be very simple for the goalkeeper. Sometimes a shot in the slot comes as a surprise to the goalkeeper, because he did not think that the striker would decide to do such a thing.
FLANK (FLANKER) a player who plays closer to the edge of the field. This term also defines the part of the field that is located along the sideline. A flanker can have a narrow specialization: defender; midfielder; striker. However, most often a player who plays on the wing performs several functions at once. In aggressive attacking schemes, defenders are constantly connected to attacks. Defensive players make passes and crossballs into the penalty area. Flankers are drawn to the center of the field and closer, helping the team defend. They also have the function of deterring attacking defenders of the opponent. A flanker must have excellent speed and dribbling skills. In addition, such a football player must masterfully own at least one leg. Often, coaches practice a periodic change of flank players. This is especially true for attacking players. Thus, the work of defenders becomes more complicated, and the teams game becomes more variable.
FLAPS a mandatory part of professional soccer gear that serves to protect your feet. The scutes protect the tibia, which is most vulnerable. Modern ammunition is made from synthetic materials that allow you to achieve the necessary lightness and high strength. There are two types of football shields. One of them has additional protection for the ankle and Achilles tendon. The second type does not have such protection, but such shields are lighter and much more convenient. In professional sports, the use of visors is a prerequisite. A football player is not allowed on the field without this element of ammunition.
FNL a non-profit organization that is responsible for hosting the second most important football tournament in Russia. FNL was founded in 2010. About two dozen teams play in the league. The first-placed clubs enter the main tournament of the country directly or through transition matches. FNL teams also take part in the Russian Cup draw. The National Football League traditionally attracts the interest of sports media and fans. League matches are regularly broadcast on television.
FOOTSTOOL (HOLD) one of the basic techniques of working with the ball. The essence of the footstool is to keep the "round" on the rise of the foot. At the same time, the sock stretches over itself, improving the fixation. The main aspect of this exercise is balance training. Initially, you can simply roll the ball on your foot and then hold it. After that, you can start to complicate the footstool. The ball must learn to fix at any time of "chasing" (alternate stuffing with both feet). To do this, during contact with the ball, the foot must soften its flight. At a certain point, it is necessary to "catch" the balance and fix the projectile on the leg.
FORWARD striker, a strong offensive player. The main goal of the forward is effective shots. That is why a good striker is always aimed at the goal. There are different types of forwards. The ramming striker plays at the expense of his size. Such a player often wins the fight against the defenders, covers the ball and drops it under the blow of his partners. The ramming forward plays well with his body, pushing the opponent away from the ball. Also, such a player feels good on the "second floor". Technical forwards specialize in excellent ball possession, dribbling, short passes, and execution shots. Most strikers combine the qualities of a battering ram and a technical forward. For example, stocky players are great at covering the ball with their bodies, fighting and at the same time have good technique. It is also customary to single out the attackers of the "penalty area". Such players have a strong scoring sense. They are often the first to bounce the ball and are great at finishing.
FOUL a players action that violates the football rules. Fouls have a fairly wide gradation: from minor to a last-resort foul or a gross violation of sports ethics. Each violation of the rules is recorded by the referee. If the foul was sufficiently gross, the referee shows the player a yellow card (warning). A player who receives two yellow cards is removed from the field. For a very rough game, the referee can show the player a direct red card (removal). As a rule, such drastic measures are taken for tackles from behind, dangerous play with a straight leg and other similar fouls. Often, players use minor foul tactics (light pokes, nudges, invisible tripping, etc.), such violations do not even deserve a yellow card, but the referee can give a warning "on the amount of fouls". Usually, before such a verdict, the judge conducts a preventive conversation.
FRAME a word from football yard slang, which is called a goal. During broadcasts of football matches, this term is rarely heard. However, in yard football or during the training process, the word "frame" is used regularly. Popular expressions include: "hit the frame", "the ball went past the frame", "hit the frame" , etc.
FREE DEFENDER (LIBERO) the defensive line player who is closest to the goalkeeper and insures his teammates. The libero does not have a clear position on the field. He moves in the area of his own penalty area, anticipating the development of the opponents attack and possible mistakes of his colleagues. In modern football, almost no one plays with a free defender. However, at one time this position was one of the most key. The reliability of the entire defense depended on the liberos experience and class. If the free defender did not perform his functions properly, then the opponent had a large number of scoring chances. The main tasks of a free defender are to secure partners, pick up the ball and take-outs. In addition, the libero often starts his teams attacks. A cool last defender should be able to read the game well and see the field. Franz Beckenbauer and Franco Baresi looked particularly good in the libero position.
FREE KICK penalty for a foul in football. The reason for awarding a free kick may be a hand play, rough selection of the ball, an unsuccessful tackle, or other actions that may be considered a violation of the rules. During the execution of a free kick, the team has the right to build a "wall" that will make the task of the kicker as difficult as possible. However, players must move 9 m away from the ball. This condition is observed by the referee. Violation of the rules in the penalty area is punishable by an eleven-meter kick. Such a free kick is the perfect chance to score a goal.
FREELANCE ARTIST a player who does not have a clear position on the field and is the main designer of his teams attacks. Such players are practically exempt from defensive functions. Free artists are usually placed between midfielders and forwards. Trequartista serve as a kind of connecting link. Often it is these players who give assists. In addition, free artists perform most of the standards near the opponents penalty area. Freelance artists are often the main characters of the match. The pattern of the game and the effectiveness of the attacking line depends on these players.
FULLBACK a wing-back who plays on the right or left wing. If a team plays with four defenders, then the fullback mainly focuses on defensive work. With a tactical formation of 3 5 2, the fullback turns into a"brovochnik". Such a player is given the entire flank. At the same time, the players functions are expanded as much as possible. In addition to defense, the fullback must support the attack with high quality and deliver the ball to the penalty area. Such tasks require high endurance of the player, decent speed and good technical equipment. Legendary fullbacks Javier Zanetti, Cafu, and Roberto Carlos were excellent at holding back the attackers, and were also an important element of their teams attacking formations. Also, a fullback can mean any defender (not just a flanker).
GAMBETA dribbling at speed with the use of feints. Usually this term means passing the opponent at the expense of speed qualities. Few football players who are focused on the attack, possess the art of quickly bypassing the opponent. First, it requires the skill of high-speed ball driving. Secondly, dribbling itself should be as effective as possible. Third, if you cant get around purely at the expense of speed, then you often have to use some feints, deceptive movements, etc. But many defenders are prepared for this, so there are very few real masters of gambetta. In general, this term came from Latin America, where this style of dribbling is very much appreciated.
GAMBETEADOR master of gambetta, that is, high-speed passing of the opponents defense. Gambeteador is an attacking football player who can sometimes make a high-speed solo to the opponents goal alone. Of course, in modern football, team qualities are more valued. And in general, today it is very difficult to pass several defenders at the same time. But the gambeteador is a master of it, because sometimes he succeeds. In the list of football players who can be called masters of high-speed dribbling, you can add some very well-known football players today. All of them are known primarily for their great speed and fantastic ability to control the ball.
GATAGOVS FEINT an unsuccessful move by a then-Lokomotiv Moscow player, which was sarcastically called a "feint"in the football community. In the match with Saturn, Gatagov broke into the corner of the penalty area. The player intended to make a cross or cross, but the supporting leg slightly pushed the ball forward. The player swung his foot past the ball with all his strength and performed a feast similar to the element of figure skating. Landing on the field, Gatagov still caught up with the ball and fed it into the penalty area. Football commentators immediately dubbed the players flight "sheepskin coat" and "axel". These names have become synonymous with "Gatagovs feint".
GATE ALIGNMENT the area of the gate enclosed between the side posts and the crossbar. This phrase is often used by football commentators and fans. Shots on target are included in the official match statistics. Such moments can be equated to scoring goals. You can often hear the phrases: "hit the goal", "the ball went past the goal", "the shot is much higher than the goal", etc. The area of the side posts and crossbars in the goal is not included.
GATE AREA vratarskaya square. A section of the football field located directly in front of the goal. Draw a white line along its edge. In the goal square, the goalkeeper has the right to move freely and go to the ball. At the same time, it is forbidden to push the goalkeeper or otherwise violate the rules against him. Attacking players need to take this into account when making their overhangs. Therefore, it is best to give the ball to the penalty area. There, even their own can compete for it, and it is more difficult for the keeper to intercept such a canopy. If the ball goes into the goalies box, then it is very likely that all such canopies will be easily taken by the goalkeeper.
GETTING HOOKED (ABOUT THE TEAM AS A WHOLE) reduce game activity. This can be reflected in a decrease in the number of attacks and a drop in the overall speed of movement of football players. Any team in football can get hooked. This can happen for two reasons. The first banal fatigue. In any difficult match, there is a major change in the tempo of the game at the end of the game. Even if we see active football, it is more a sign of a desperate final push. In matches with extra time, the fatigue becomes even greater, and the pace may drop even more. The second reason for the decrease in team activity is a convenient and acceptable result on the scoreboard. In this case, it will deliberately slow down the pace of the game. Perhaps, if the teams handicap is very large, one or two goals conceded will not be a tragedy. Reducing the teams activity in unimportant matches is a tactical move that allows it to save energy for more important meetings. Also, the term "get hooked" is used to characterize the horse fight for the ball, when the one of the players who jumps out below, as if sits down under his counterpart, knocking him down in the air. Such collisions are fraught with serious injuries.
GLOR 1) a football fan who can support several strong clubs at the same time. 2) a fan who can change the team he supports if it shows poor results. Glor is a football fan who likes to support teams that are currently showing very high results. But after 2 or 3 seasons, when the balance of power changes, he can support completely different clubs.
GLORYHUNTER a fan who supports and strongly sympathizes with the favorites. Such a person may not be associated with one or more teams. He will support the club only as long as he shows a strong game and results. There may be dozens of such clubs. Naturally, every year the preferences of such a fan change. A lot of people just like rooting for strong teams. So they experience less disappointment, because if you support any one team, you will have to put up with the fact that it will have uneven periods, and maybe even a series of defeats. Thats why gloryhunters act easier and support their favorites.
GOAL (FROM THE ENGLISH GOAL, GOAL) taking the opponents goal, which requires the ball to completely cross the goal line.
GOAL (GOLASO) OLIMPICO a goal scored from a direct corner kick. In professional football, this happens quite rarely. In order to score from a corner with a direct kick, the player performing the corner needs to spin the ball well. For a goalkeeper, this can be a frustrating hit, but in most cases, he easily handles it. Most often, golaso Olimpico flies when the goalkeeper is prevented from catching the ball by their own or other players. The teams defenders will carefully try to move the ball to the safe zone. It is very difficult to perform a swirling kick, after which the ball will hit directly on target. Perhaps in a goal directly from a corner, there is always a fraction of a goalkeepers mistake.
GOAL (SOCCER) 7.32 meters by 2.44 meters
GOAL FROM THE LOCKER ROOM a goal that happened in the first minutes of the second half. Such goals are very common in modern football. Sometimes after a break, the team starts playing completely different football, because the coach makes large-scale changes. But even if such a goal is not dictated by a real improvement in the teams performance, it still adds to its chances of finishing the match well, because such goals, like goals in the locker room, seriously hit the mood of the opponent. Most often, a goal scored in the first few minutes of the second half indicates that one team was not assembled and that it could not properly rest and tune in during the break.
GOAL KICK a method of putting the ball into play, which is assigned if the projectile has crossed the front line. In this case, the last touch must be made by the player of the attacking team. The ball is brought into play from outside the penalty area. Two conditions must be met: the ball must be stationary; the ball must be located anywhere in the goal area. A goal kick can be taken by the goalkeeper or any field player. Often, for a goal kick, the ball is placed on the corner of the goalies box.
GOAL TO THE BUS a goal taken in the last minutes of a match (sometimes even with a big score). The last minutes of almost any match are always characterized by increased tension. Football statistics show that the most goals are scored in the last 15 minutes. But the goal to the bus is scored in the last 3 5 minutes. Perhaps even at the compensated time. Sometimes it dramatically changes the result. Most of all, this goal is appreciated in cup matches, where the strongest is determined by the results of two matches, and such a goal can change the balance of power. In devastating matches, the favorite team also often scores a goal in the bus in addition to all previous goals.
GOAL TO THE LOCKER ROOM a goal scored by one of the teams that occurred in the last minutes of the first half. In this case, they say that the opponent missed a goal in the locker room. Such conceded goals are always an unfortunate fact for the team. They can slightly undermine the morale, as a result of which the players will spend the break in a bad mood. Here, of course, a lot depends on the coach, who should somehow cheer up the team. Conversely, even if a team loses the game 0-2, a goal to the locker room will help them feel more confident before the second half of the game, even though they will still lose.
GOALKEEPER the goalkeeper
GOALKEEPING GLOVES an element of sports equipment for any professional goalkeeper. A goalkeeper is a unique player on the field. First, he differs from his teammates in the color of his uniform. And secondly, since goalkeepers activities often require them to play with their hands and hit balls, they need appropriate gloves. Their use is optional, but today it is very rare to see a goalkeeper without them. Gloves significantly mitigate the sensitivity of the hands to hitting the ball, which can sometimes fly towards the goal with great force. In modern football, all goalkeepers have approximately the same gloves, which can only differ in color and style. They are well protected from various minor injuries, such as dislocated fingers, etc.
GOLASO super goal or any very beautiful goalscoring. If you are a football fan, you probably have watched some top with the most beautiful goals more than once. In fact, there are a lot of beautiful goals in football. Every month in any championship, they score at least a dozen worthwhile goals. Among Russian fans, the word "golishche"is also known. What does it take to make a goal count as a super goal? In football, any goal, no matter how beautiful, is an exciting and expected event. On the other hand, you can look at the superball, look at it, and still continue to admire it. The most beautiful goals are not forgotten for years. For example, any shot from a distance of more than thirty meters is likely to be considered a beautiful goal. Super goals can be scored from a wide variety of situations: from a corner kick, free kick, penalty kick, long-range shots, headbutts in a jump shot, etc.
GOLDEN BALL the most prestigious individual award in football, which is awarded to the best football player of the year. Initially, several of the most worthy candidates are selected from the many contenders for the Golden Ball. The winner is determined by a vote of people who have a direct connection with football: coaches, captains of national teams and journalists. The player who receives the most votes receives the Golden Ball and the title of the best football player of the previous year. Since 2010, the award has been called the FIFA Ballon dOr. A player of any age, nationality and playing for any football club can compete for this award.
GOLDEN BOOT an award that is awarded to the player who scored the most goals in a particular tournament at the end of the season. With the start of the season, the strikers of various teams begin to compete for the prestigious football award Golden Boot. It is especially prestigious to get it in some famous tournament. For example, in the Champions League or at the World Cup. The best scorers in the history of football in their entire football career received more than one golden boot. The number of goals required to win the goalscoring ranking is strictly individual for each individual season and championship. For example, in one of the seasons of the English Premier League, the golden boot was awarded to a striker with nineteen goals to his credit. In another season, the top scorer scored as many as 32 goals.
GOLDEN GOAL the first goal in extra time, after which the match ends with a victory for the scoring team. When the teams could not determine the strongest player within 90 minutes, the referee according to the rules appointed two overtimes of 15 minutes each. However, if one of the teams scores a goal during this 30-minute period, the match ends ahead of schedule. This happens in those tournaments where the rules provide for playing according to the rules of the golden goal. To date, the golden goal rule has been abolished in all official tournaments. Teams now play 30 minutes of extra time regardless of whether one or more goals are scored.
GOVNOMATCH a frankly weak and uninteresting match between two teams that did not meet the expectations of the fans. It can be either a match between two obviously weak teams that do not show anything on the field and do not show a normal game, or a very high-level match that simply failed. There may be several reasons for this. For example, bad weather, lack of motivation among players, and a lot of fatigue. Too long periods without interesting moments cause boos and discontent from the stands. Most often, the word is used by fans to express their extreme dissatisfaction with the game of football players.
GUARDIANSHIP a tight game with attacking players of the opponent in order not to give them free space for the development of attacks. As a rule, before the match, the coach gives out instructions to the defenders — which specific player they should take care of. If this is a very dangerous attacker, even two defenders can be assigned to him. During a football match, the defense team carefully monitors these players and tries to play close to them. The guardianship of the strongest forwards can significantly limit the attacking potential of the opponent. Attackers, in turn, are taught how to get out of custody. Speed, deceptive actions, and playing wall games with a partner can help them do this. Sometimes the most sensible option is to pass to another partner who is not so well cared for.
HANG ON THE CARD a game situation in which a player has a certain number of yellow cards received in previous matches, and receiving a new one in the current game will mean missing the next match. This term is also used in the same match: a player who has already received a warning is called hanging on the card. The number of cards that you need to receive before disqualification is regulated for each tournament separately. If their number is as close as possible to the desired one, then such a player is said to be hanging on the card. That is, the next mustard plasterer will make him miss the next match. After serving the suspension, the player can return to the game, but the number of yellow cards on his account continues to count and if he again reaches a multiple of the required number, he again misses the match, etc. In some tournaments, it is enough to get four cards (no matter how many matches), and the player will have to miss one game. Most often, defenders and defensive midfielders hang on the cards, who often have to break the rules due to their duties on the field.
HAT TRICK three goals scored by one player per match. As a rule, hitters are distinguished by hat tricks. However, it happens that players of other lines score three goals in one match. Such achievements cant be regular. Even the most talented and lucky strikers can rarely boast more hat tricks in a single season. This term is often used by football commentators or fans. If a player scores three goals in a match, the phrase "scored a hat-trick"is used. For example, Brazil beat Cameroon 4-0, and Romario scored a hat-trick.
HEADBUTT a football element that is performed by any part of the head. Fielders are not allowed to play with their hands. This means that a headbutt is included in the permitted list of techniques. As a rule, a headbutt is applied with the forehead or the back of the head. In the first case, the player has the opportunity to adjust the strength and direction. The back of the head is more often used to "cut into the goal" or extend the transfer. Headbutting is a very important element. A huge number of goals are scored in this way.
HERRINGBONE PATTERN placement of players according to the principle of 4 3 2 1. This tactic involves the presence of four defenders, three midfielders, two players under the striker and a central attacking player. The three midline players work to destroy the opponents attacks, and are also responsible for delivering the ball to attacking players. Players who play under a central striker often shift to the flanks. Thus, the scheme turns into 4 3 3. At the same time, teams that practice attacking football can have two creative players in the center line and only one destroyer. This principle is often used by Catalan Barcelona. The Herringbone pattern is quite versatile. With a certain set of players, such an arrangement can be both sharply attacking and rather closed. Some coaches play with three defensive backs, while limiting the attacking potential of the extreme defenders. In this case, the Herringbone pattern becomes very close to the "bus"tactic.
HIDE THE BALL block the opponents path to the ball with the body. This is a very useful and important football element. Playing with the body is a special art that is not available to every football player with serious dimensions. After receiving the ball, each player is attacked by the opponent. A football player can quickly pass the ball to his partner or cover the "round" with his body. In this case, the ball is controlled by the foot, and the body pushes the opponent back and crosses all possible paths of approach to the projectile. The cover of the ball is used by defenders when it is necessary to release the "round" out of the field. The player simply accompanies the ball behind the side or front line, preventing the opponent from reaching it. However, more often this element is used by overall offensive players. This is a very effective technique if the player takes the ball with his back to the goal. Thus, he can earn a free kick or throw a "round" to his partner.
HITTING THE BALL WITH YOUR FISTS the action of the goalkeeper when he does not catch the flying ball, but hits it with his fists. Sometimes it is considered more reliable on the part of the goalkeeper to knock out the ball, rather than catch it. The fact is that even the best goalkeepers can not fix 100% of shots in their hands. Strong punches are even harder to catch. So, in most cases, it is easier to hit the ball. Most often, the goalkeeper plays with his fists when passing the ball into the penalty area. In the goalies room, he can move freely and knock out such balls, where none of the field players has the right to attack him. Why do keepers kick the ball out of the penalty area with their fists? So he flies further away from the goal and the chance to continue a dangerous attack decreases.
IGNITE (ABOUT THE SIDE JUDGE) raising the flag by the side referee to signal a violation or offside to the main referee. A side referee in football is needed to provide better refereeing. For example, they can better see offside positions, and also help the chief referee deal with violations that have occurred near the edge. It has a check box for such situations. Most often, the side judge raises the flag when fixing the offside position. Since the head referee is rarely able to assess whether or not the game was offside, the side is responsible to a certain extent for the integrity of the game.
IMPACT ON THE INCOMING (TRAJECTORY) goal kick, when the trajectory of the ball is an arc directed towards the goal target. Such a technique can be performed with a lift, a cheek or a Swede. Describing an arc, the ball is screwed into the goal. In this way, players often circle the wall or the goalkeeper. Hitting the incoming trajectory is performed not on force, but on accuracy. The main goal is the sectors near the side posts: nines and sixes. The incoming trajectory has different angles of inclination. This can be a practically creeping kick (parallel to the lawn), or it can be a kick in a vertical plane. The latter option is often referred to as a"downward trajectory strike". In this case, the ball first gains height, and then descends into the goal.
IMPACT ON THE OUTGOING (TRAJECTORY) a kick during which the balls trajectory is directed away from the goal. Often this technique is performed by the foot (the outer part of the foot). The ball spins in a descending arc. Such blows look quite impressive. Many football players can perform a kick on the outgoing trajectory "on the technique". However, to do this, you need to calculate the direction of the ball as accurately as possible. Hitting the outgoing one is considered a rather difficult football element. However, this performance makes it difficult for the goalkeeper to work. It is much more difficult for the goalkeeper to react to the ball that flies away from the goal.
IMPOSE YOUR OWN GAME dictate your own style and rhythm to the other team. At the same time, the opponent may start to get nervous. Each team has its own unique style. There are also situations in which she plays better. For example, if the team has tall strikers, then partners will make sheds into the penalty area. If the team has fast flanks, the main sharpness will come from there. That is, each team has its own style, which it can impose on the other team. One example of how you can impose your own game: one team constantly controls the ball, making short shuffles. The opposing players are forced to press them to get the ball. It takes a lot of their energy. At the same time, the first team continues to spend less effort, as it calmly controls the ball and slowly moves into positional attacks. Pressure forces the opponent to make mistakes, so new free spaces open up. As a result, the first team imposes its own game. When the team dictates its own rules on the field, it is considered the favorite and it often wins the match.
INFIRMARY team players who are injured and cant help their team for a certain amount of time. Any player of the team can enter the infirmary, be it a striker, defender or goalkeeper. If a very important player is eliminated, the team is forced to rebuild its game. Some teams have a problem with an overcrowded infirmary. Because of this, they can not find the optimal composition and are constantly forced to change their game tactics. Often because of this, they lose in the quality of the game. For some players, staying in the infirmary is common, as they are easily injured. Others can spend the entire season without injury. Most often, players who have to fight a lot of power struggle on the field, as well as attacking players, against whom defenders often foul, get into the infirmary.
INSIDER INFORMATION a relegated attacking player who acts as a bridge between attack and midfield. Some teams use tactical schemes in which there is a place for an insider. Such a player is also called an attacking midfielder. His goal is to sharpen attacks between the flank and center by distributing passes to the attackers and solo passes and strikes. In addition, he can give passes to the flanks, from where partners will load the ball into the penalty area. An inside player performs similar functions to a striker, but does not play so close to the opponents penalty area. This position is often taken by fast, efficient players with a good pass.
J LEAGUE Japanese Football Championship. The J League is most often referred to as its first division, in which the 18 strongest teams in Japan play. The Japanese league appeared relatively recently, namely in 1993. At that time, the championship consisted of only 10 teams. In 2009, the league finally adopted its current form of a competition of eighteen teams in two rounds. The three lowest-placed teams leave the championship and are relegated to the second division. In turn, from the second division to the first, the top three teams that scored the most points at the end of the season get into the first division. Today, the J-League is very popular among Asian fans and is considered one of the most prestigious club championships in Asia.
KDC control and disciplinary committee. This committee can impose disciplinary sanctions on teams as a whole, as well as on individual players or coaches, as well as other officials. Members of the committee should have adequate competence in this matter. In football, there are various controversial situations. Teams can receive punishments, for example, for playing too rough or disrespecting the opponent, as well as non-payment of salaries to players, etc. In general, there are a lot of situations and provisions of the regulations, and all this is controlled by the CDC.
KEEPER the goalie. Commentators have long adopted this word, because it allows you to briefly and clearly characterize the goalkeeper. The keeper (short for goalkeeper) is the only player on the pitch who can play with his hands as he defends his own goal. He also differs from his teammates in the color of his uniform, as football rules require that the goalkeeper stand out from other players. The task of the keeper is to prevent opponents from scoring the ball into their own goal. He can catch the ball with his hands or hit it. Goalkeepers usually take players of medium or tall stature, since the goal is distinguished by its impressive size and the goalkeeper is required to be able to beat off even difficult shots on target.
KERZHAKOVIT often do not hit the target of the goal. The word was coined by fans and commentators. The fact is that striker Alexander Kerzhakov became famous for his ability not to get into the opponents goal. Kerzhakov sometimes missed from a lethal distance. However, despite the appearance of such a term, Alexander Kerzhakov is certainly one of the best strikers in the history of Russian football. Russian commentators and fans often describe the game of all football players who rarely hit the goal with this verb.
KICK IN THE MILK a very inaccurate punch. As a rule, this definition includes shots that pass within meters of the goal target. The term is borrowed from shooting sports, in which milk refers to the entire space around the scoring target. Punches in the face often sin defenders. They almost always hit very hard, but the accuracy is lost. In a similar context, the phrase "blow to the sparrows"is used.
KILOMBERO a fan of organizing scandals in a team for the sake of achieving some personal goals. These are brawlers who do not want to make concessions to anyone and constantly create a mess in the teams locker room. They can go to any lengths (organize protests, deliberately play rough) to get their way. They often dont even need reasons for disagreements, they are ready to come up with them themselves. Of course, such players are not liked. They can be kept in the team solely because of some talents that they can apply on the field. Such situations are usually dealt with by a coach. As a punishment, he can put Kilombero on the bench for several matches or even send him to the reserve.
KILOMBO a mess, a showdown between the players in the locker room. Not always in a team there are friendly relations between players. There can be a lot of reasons for serious disagreements, and they are often not easy to resolve. One of the main reasons is competition. Within the team, players can argue which of them is more worthy to play in the starting line-up or wear the captains armband. A team can blame a particular player. For example, a striker for not realizing many dangerous moments, or a goalkeeper for making blunders. Someone can come to their defense like this: small groups are formed in a team that do not get along with others. Of course, the coaching staff should take care of the psychological state of the team, but not always some measures help to stabilize the situation.
KIX (KICKSANUT) hit the ball unsuccessfully. Even the best players make mistakes. Sometimes it is difficult to hit the ball well in the position in which the player is located. Sometimes the reason for a bad shot can be pressure from defenders. If the attacker has to be on the fly, then the chance to kick is even greater. Another reason may be that the lawn is slippery. In case of strong crossbows or overhangs, the attacking player may not have time to properly substitute his foot, then the blow will also most likely be unsuccessful. Even a kick sometimes leads to a goal, as the ball can fly into the goal in the most incomprehensible way.
LATERAL an extreme defender who actively supports his teams attack. In some cases, it covers the entire edge. The extreme defender in football can take on several tasks at the same time. First of all, he still remains a defender and must defend his flank from midfielders and attackers of the opponent. Secondly, he has a lot more freedom than central defenders. Because of his position, he can take part in his teams attacks from time to time, make runs ahead and participate in creation. In this case, it requires good speed and endurance to maintain a high level of play throughout the match. Because of their attacking tendencies, some laterals are less able to cope with their immediate duties. In this case, partners can insure them. Some tactical schemes suggest that the extreme defender should act along the entire edge.
LATERALE (FROM THE ITALIAN LATERALE side) extreme defender who actively supports the attack or completely covers the entire edge.
LEAGUE 1 the highest league of French football. The French Football Championship is held every year. The league consists of 20 teams that play two rounds of matches per season. There are 38 tours in total. According to their results, 3 teams are relegated, and their places are taken by three teams from League 2. The clubs that took the first places in the standings receive their dividends: someone goes to the Champions League, and someone to the Europa League. The champion also receives a cup and a ticket to the group stage of the Champions League. If the clubs have the same number of points at the end of the season, then the winner in this mini-competition is determined by additional indicators that are prescribed in the regulations. Ligue 1 is one of the leading European championships, attracting the attention of many fans from all over the world.
LEATHER SPHERE football. The most important attribute of football is the ball. The whole game is built around it. The expression leather sphere means just that. Fans never say it, preferring the simpler word ball or round. But commentators sometimes use it, because due to the peculiarities of this sport, they often have to repeat the word ball, but at the same time avoid tautology. Dozens of balls can be used in a single soccer match. Almost every time the leather sphere leaves the field, the players are given a new ball.
LEGIONNAIRE a football player who is not a citizen of the country in which he plays in the national championship. Almost every football club has legionnaires. A great team simply cannot consist entirely of players who have the same citizenship. This approach allows clubs to get strong players of any nationality. At the same time, you just need to remember that in each national championship there are certain limits related to the number of foreign players. If these requirements are generalized, then a maximum of several foreign players can enter the field of any match as part of a team. This rule is necessary to ensure that national championships remain truly national. There are a lot of foreign players playing in European clubs today. These are mainly representatives of the African and South American continents, but there are others.
LIFE GROUP a group in any tournament that consists of weak teams. It may or may not have a pronounced favorite whose exit from the group is obvious. The life group in football is usually called light tournament groups, in which even the middle-class team has a great chance of getting out. If it is completely made up of weak teams, then there will be some intrigue. As a rule, two teams go further, but it all depends on the rules of the tournament. The least intrigue is obtained when there are two strong and two weak teams in the group. In general, absolutely everyone wants to get into the life group. Favorites to get through with easy blood. Middle peasants, to have a real chance of getting out. Outsiders, to have at least some opportunity to continue the tournament.
LIFTING (LIFTING KICK) a kick that is made with the central part of the boot. The lift kick is the most common type of kick in professional soccer. It is with the help of lifting that you can give the impact both high speed and high accuracy. It is most convenient to perform a lift kick when the ball is directly in front of the player. After making a hit, the ball usually flies, gradually gaining altitude, and it can only go down in the last moments. It is difficult for the goalkeeper to react to such a blow, because the ball flies quickly.
LIFTING KICK a kick that is applied with the central part of the boot. This is one of the most common football techniques. The fact is that when you hit a lift, you can adjust the flight path quite well. At the same time, the ball flies at a high speed. In football schools, the lifting kick is on the list of the most important elements for training. Professionals also most often choose this method of hitting. Depending on the setting of the cleats, you can set the ball a different flight path: incoming, outgoing, or "falling". That is why the lifting kick is a very versatile technique.
LINESMAN the referee is on the sideline. A side referee on the field is needed to facilitate the work of the chief referee. First, he monitors the game on the flanks and helps the main referee make the right decisions on situations that have occurred near the edge. Secondly, it should fix positions outside the game that are very difficult for the main player to see. The linesman has to constantly move around the sideline to maintain a good view of what is happening on the field. This word is often used by commentators to refer to the side referee of a match differently and avoid tautology. The linesman can directly determine what the result of the match will be.
LONG BENCH a team that almost always has a lot of experienced players in reserve, ready to strengthen the game at any time. Teams with a long bench get an undeniable advantage in terms of tactical actions. First, they can often change their starting line-up over the course of the season, and their opponents will not be able to perfectly adapt to their tactical developments. Secondly, in the course of the match, the coach can make some very competent substitutions that can turn the situation of forces in the match upside down. Some players play very well after coming on as a substitute. They have much more power and can take the lead. As a rule, towards the end of the match, coaches release players who are aimed at attacking. But sometimes you need to keep the score, and here a good solution can be to strengthen the defense redoubts with a fresh stopper. In any case, a long bench brings great benefits to any team.
MAGELLANS FEINT (AROUND THE WORLD, ATW) soccer trick, complicated ball juggling. Feint is also called ATW (English Around the World) around the world. To perform the Magellan feint, you must first master "chasing" (stuffing the ball alternately with both feet). After that, the juggling can be complicated. The outer part of the toe of the boot (three outer fingers) gives the ball a spin. The leg continues to move in the specified direction, completely skirting the "round" one. The foot should return to the starting position and catch the descending ball. After Magellans feint, you can continue stuffing or prepare another trick. Feint ATW two-way reception. You can also twist the ball with your thumb and bend it in a different direction.
MARADONAS TURNOVER one of the most famous feints in football. It is named after the great Argentine football player who first began to actively use it. The feint is performed as follows: with the sole of your right foot, you need to roll the ball back, turn sharply 360 degrees and make the next touch of the ball with your left foot. This maneuver must be performed at high speed. Only then is there a chance to cheat and escape from the defender. To perform a Maradona turn, the attacking player must have high speed and even better technique, since you can simply get confused in your own actions. If the turn is executed correctly, the defender will be confused for a while and this should be used by the attacker to break forward to the goal.
MARK OF AN ELEVEN-METER STRIKE the point on the football field where the ball is placed when performing an eleven-yard kick (penalty kick). To take a penalty, the player must place the ball exactly on this mark, and then perform a blow on the whistle. A shot from this point is very difficult for a goalkeeper, so a penalty is said to be 80% goal. A penalty is awarded for a violation of the rules in your own penalty area. In professional football, regardless of the stadium or football field, the marks for such shots are always located at a well-defined distance from the field. In yard soccer, the penalty point may not be present at all and it is calculated by eye.
MATCH FOR 6 POINTS a game between two teams that are next to each other in important places in the standings. A match for 6 points is called any important game, the result of which may depend a lot. Teams enter it with increased motivation. If the match ends in a draw, then little changes, but if one of the teams wins, the situation for it improves dramatically. The most obvious example of a 6-point match is a match between two first-and second-place teams at the end of the season. If there is a small difference in points between them, then such a match will be very interesting. When one of the teams manages to win, it significantly increases its chances of becoming a champion. The games of teams close to the relegation zone are just as exciting. For them, the victory of a principled opponent is also equal to a symbolic six points.
MEDIAPUNTA attacking midfielder. Many teams use only one central striker in their tactical scheme. As a rule, he is a good goalscorer, but without the help of his teammates, he will not be able to do anything. Attacking midfielders are called upon to take the lead in creating attacks and delivering the ball to their goalscorer. Such a midfielder is not averse to scoring himself. Mostly attacking midfielders play in the center. They play between the defensive midfielders and the forwards of their team. Attacking midfielders can be called the link between these two lines. This position can even be played by a striker who is better at playing near the opponents penalty area.
MEIA attacking midfielder in Brazilian. In the Brazilian championship, this word is often used. Attacking midfielders have a little more freedom compared to strikers. They can break into the penalty area, give to the flanks and play from deep. They are focused on attack and rarely support teams in defense. As a rule, they directly participate in the drawing of their teams standards. It is attacking midfielders who most often deliver beautiful long-range shots on goal. Meiji is also tasked with delivering the ball to the strikers and putting them in good positions. In Brazil, the position of Meiji is one of the most popular, as for a football player it determines an interesting game in creating and completing attacks. Experienced attacking midfielders can give away a lot of assists and score goals themselves.
MESKHIS FEINT a deceptive move that was often used by Dynamo Tbilisi striker Mikhail Meskhi. This feint has different interpretations. You can perform the movement directly in front of the defender, in half a turn, or even with your back. If the ball is under the right foot (support), then the left takes a wide step to the right. When the left foot becomes the base, the right foot hits the ball, setting the projectiles flight path. After such a feint, the player continues to move, catching up with the "round". The defender remains "played". A football player can set a different trajectory for the ball. A classic performance of the Meskhi feint is the direction of the projectile in an arc. In this case, the player goes around the defender on one side, and the ball goes around on the other. If you connect both trajectories, you will get almost an oval.
METHODIST a mid-line player who plays both defense and offense. He himself rarely participates in the final phases of attacks. Methodist starts his teams attack with his passes. He works hard, destroying the opponents attacks. To his partners, he most often makes short passes from the bottom. Its main quality is reliability. Sometimes such a player acts as the captain of the team. His work in the center of the field allows you to start high-quality attacks. Methodist is like a second coach, but only on the field. The whole teams game passes through it, and it is responsible for the order in the middle line. This position is mainly used by experienced players, because speed and technical skills are not as important in this position as game experience.
MIDDLE LINE OF THE FIELD part of the mandatory marking for professional football games. The middle line of the field connects the side lines and divides the entire playing area into two halves. The marking width must not exceed 12 cm. The center of the field is marked on the middle line, from which the ball is brought into play at the beginning of the half and after the goal is scored. The length of the middle line depends on the width of the platform. According to the regulations, this size can vary from 64 m to 75 m. The field width recommended by the World Football Organization FIFA is 68 m.
MIDFIELDER midfielder
MINTING A BALL alternately fill the " round "with both feet. This exercise is basic and helps to establish a good sense of the ball. For people who are seriously involved in football, chasing is included in the mandatory minimum of technical equipment. In almost every football school, stuffing the ball is the primary exercise. In the process of training, football players can complicate a simple stuffing in every possible way, turning it into a real set of tricks. The task of chasing is to confidently keep the ball in the air for a long period of time. At the same time, both legs are involved in stuffing. The foot should slightly soften the fall of the projectile. In this case, the rebound will not be very high and easily controlled.
MUSTARD PLASTERER yellow card shown by the chief referee of the match to any of the participants. This slang expression is very common among commentators and veteran fans. It has been used for a very long time. The word is well associated with the punishment that football players who commit a violation receive. No one likes to get yellow cards, because too many of them lead to disqualification, and if a player gets two points in a match, he is removed from the field. As a rule, the referees do not give a mustard plasterer for the first violation of a football player. This can only happen if the foul was very rough. Most often, yellow cards are issued based on the totality of violations committed by the player. Most often, warnings are given to defenders who are forced to foul against faster opponents.
NOGOMYACH a comic name for football as a sport in general. In football, a lot of things happen at the height of the season: boring matches alternating with interesting ones, ridiculous mistakes of defenders and goalkeepers, mistakes of strikers from killer positions, etc. All this is normal, but some viewers hated football and now fiercely criticize it. Basically, they dont like the general level of play, entertainment. Most of these people simply dont understand or dont want to understand how hard it is to play football at a professional level. If you literally translate the English term football, you will get nogomyach. (from foot leg/foot, ball — ball). This word is actively used by many Russian fans who like to criticize football. Nogomyach is sometimes called Russian football itself, as some fans consider it insufficiently developed.
NONA TRICK nine goals scored by one player in one match. The term was coined by football terminology experts for a game situation where a player from one of the teams scores nine goals per match. If this happens, hardly many people will remember what to call such an achievement. Among the fans, it will be more realistic to say that the player scored a triple hat trick. How often does this happen in football? As history shows, even in an entire football season, this is unlikely to happen. But in 10-20 years it is possible. The main thing is that the score should be absolutely devastating. This is extremely rare in official matches. No matter how much the teams differ in level, even the weakest outsider rarely concedes more than ten goals. Therefore, non-trick will always remain a sensational and rare phenomenon in football.
OBSCENE INVOICE total defeat of one of the teams, when more than five goals can fly into its goal during the match. An indecent score can appear on the scoreboard if one of the teams completely outplays the other. It churns out goals without too much trouble. This result is often called hockey, because for football this phenomenon is not quite common. 7: 1, 8: 0 and 6: 2 are all examples of an indecent score. Of course, it all depends on how different in strength the teams met on the football field, because the defeat of an absolute outsider is often considered commonplace.
OFF-SEASON the period of time after the end of the season when teams do not play matches in official competitions. In the offseason, teams are mainly engaged in preparing for the new season, training, sparring and improving their game. They can travel to other countries and play friendly games with local little-known teams. This is necessary to work out new tactical decisions or to look at new players in the team. Also, the off-season is the period of an open transfer window, when any team can engage in the acquisition or sale of players. Therefore, the teams lineups at the beginning of the new season may differ significantly from the previous one. In the off-season, the team leader, goalkeeper, and coach may change. This is a time of serious changes. Of course, if you need them. The off-season is necessary to recover from a difficult national championship, as well as other tournaments held. In most championships, it falls in the summer. It is always in the summer that the World Cup or European Championship is held, so players can have time to relax after a difficult season in their clubs, and then go to protect the interests of national teams.
OFFSIDE POSITION a game situation when, in general, at the time of passing to a player, he is further away than the last defender of the opposing team. This provision is also called an offside position. It occurs during an attack, when a player passes to a teammate, but he is behind the line of the last defender. This is especially carefully monitored by the side judges, who signal the main referee about offside. Judges often make mistakes and incorrectly decide the outcome of a particular moment. At the moment of passing, the defender and the attacker may be on the same line, which makes it difficult to decide on the moment.
OKTA TRICK 8 goals scored by one player in one match. We rarely hear this term in football. 8 goals in one match is almost never scored at a professional level. Although, for example, the great Pele can boast of such an achievement.
ON THE VERGE OF OFFSIDE a game situation where when passing the ball from one partner to the second, the latter is on the same line with the defenders. This situation can occur in football if the defenders were unable to make an artificial offside move (for example, one of the defenders was delayed). Also, an experienced offensive player understands that he needs to avoid getting offside, so he tries to confuse opponents with his movements. A game on the verge of offside also requires a certain amount of luck, because in one game episode it will pass, and in another it will not. Still, such situations can lead to a one-on-one match with the goalkeeper, and this is already the most dangerous scoring moment. Side judges can also make mistakes. Sometimes they dont notice the offside position where it was. This is especially true for those episodes where the game is on the verge of offside. The referee sees this moment only once. Even viewers with multiple replays sometimes have a hard time figuring out whether it was offside or not. This topic in football continues to be the subject of unresolved disputes.
ONE-LEGGED PLAYER a football player who has a well-developed working leg, but the second one is poorly developed. There are few players who are equally good with both feet and can hit or pass equally with either of them. But, on the other hand, a certain balance must still be present, otherwise the game of such a football player may become substandard. Some players just play perfectly with one foot, they hit great shots with it, make passes and drive the ball well. The second one is needed as if only for movement. Because of this, they were called one-legged players. This does not mean that they cannot make a normal pass with the second leg, but the probability of performing a high-quality action is significantly lower. Such players face problems when they find themselves in uncomfortable situations and need to hit from the wrong foot.
OPERATIONAL SPACE a section of the football field that is free of players. As a result of team or individual actions, players try to bring at least one of their partners to a free position. Operational space is most often observed during counterattacks, because not all players have time to return to their own half of the field. As a result, free zones are formed that can be used by the attacking side. An example in football. One defender remains against two attackers. In this case, the area of the field behind them is an operational space. One of the two attacking players will try to avoid offside, make a pass to the other and bring him into this space. In this case, the second striker goes one-on-one with the goalkeeper.
ORAL WARNING disciplinary action against a player, followed by a more severe penalty (yellow card or penalty kick). Such proactive measures are taken when a violation of the rules "does not attract" the card or when it is necessary to lower the emotional background of the match. Very often, a verbal warning is issued for unnecessary conversations. Players who are dissatisfied with the referees decision often allow themselves too much. A warning can cool them down and give them a chance to avoid an "optional" card.
OUTDOOR SOCCER a style of play in which both teams in a match play with an emphasis on attack. Both teams are moving forward with great strength. The game has a lot of opportunities for counterattacks. In such a match, a lot of things can happen in 10-15 minutes. It is such matches that neutral fans who come to watch beautiful football most like. Open football means a lot of dangerous shots on goal, corners, free kicks. In other words, everything that fans love about this sport. Open football is most often played by teams of approximately the same level. The fact is that if the difference in class between the opponents is too large, then for the weak, open football can end in complete defeat. Her attack will create much fewer chances, and the defense will not be able to cope with the attacking power of the opponent.
OUTSIDER a team that is initially considered much weaker than the other team. In football, this term is used to refer to a team that is considered much weaker than another team before the start of a match. It all depends on which teams will play against each other. For example, one team can play at an average level and is in the middle of the table of its championship. But it will almost certainly be considered an outsider if it meets clubs from the top three. At the same time, a weak team from the bottom of the table will not be considered an outsider if it meets another team of approximately equal strength. It should be noted that not always the way the match is announced in the press corresponds to the real situation. It also happens that a team is considered a favorite just because it has a big name or because of incorrect pre-match analysis.
OVERTIME a period of extra time equal to fifteen minutes. According to another interpretation: overtime is an entire extra time, without breaking it down into halves. In all matches where extra time is assigned, the teams play two overtimes. The break between them is minimal and is only needed to switch sides and take a little breath. Extra time is awarded only if the teams are playing for elimination and there is not enough regular time to determine the winner. In this case, they are forced to play for another half hour. The term is actively used by fans and commentators, so it is well known to those who watch football. It literally means "at the end of time". If two overtimes are not enough to determine the winner, the game goes to a penalty shootout.
OWNER the team that won any tournament and received its trophy. Being the owner of a football award is an honor for any football player or team. Rewards can be shared or individual. Individual achievements are, for example, the Golden Boot or the Golden Ball. If a favored team does not win any trophies during the season, it is considered a bad year. Any team that wins any tournament is considered the winner of the trophy. For example, the winner of the National Cup is the team that wins the cup and receives the main trophy at the end of the season.
PALOMA headbutt in the fall. Such a kick is most often made by a player of the attacking team in an attempt to get the ball after not the most accurate cross. A defender can also hit his head in a fall and thus knock the ball away from his own penalty area. The player must have at least a little control over his landing, otherwise it can turn into an injury for him. Such strikes include the so-called dive, when the ball flies through the air, but too low. Also, a headbutt in a fall can be applied if it is impossible to reach the ball in another way.
PANTALOONS one of the parts of a football players undergarment that is worn under the main set of football shorts. Pantaloons on football players can mainly be seen in the autumn-winter period of time, when the temperature drops and it becomes cold to play in shorts. Knickers are longer than shorts, which is why they are visible to fans.
PARTIDASO a very important or beautiful football match. This characteristic of a football match can be marked in several cases. For example, if an upcoming soccer game just has a very large weight. For example, the final of the Champions League or the World Cup. The second case is an ordinary match of any football championship, but with an abundance of goals, shots, interesting game events, etc. The match becomes even more cool if two well-known teams play and each has the best players in its composition. In general, any game in football claims the title of partidaso or supermatch. To do this, events on the football field must develop rapidly, the situation in the match must change, and all this must be seasoned with an abundance of moments at the gates of both teams.
PASS TO THE HOSPITAL transfer to the zone of intense power struggle. It is also a pass to the partner, after which he risks being knocked down by the opponents players. This statement appeared due to the fact that after such passes, players receiving the ball were at risk of injury. How? An inaccurate pass creates a situation in which the defender has a chance to intercept the pass and take the ball away. Thus, instead of giving an accurate pass and saving the ball, the passer gives an inaccurate pass to the hospital, which creates all the conditions for an injury-prone joint. Too inaccurate a pass can also result in the player flying out of the field, hitting the side fence or goal frame.
PASSIVE OFFSIDE a situation in a football match when a player is offside who did not touch the ball, but at the same time could interfere with the defenders in every possible way. Players who did not touch the ball, but actively participated in the game struggle, may be passive offside. It is easier to understand the essence of passive offside using an example. Lets say a player of the attacking team makes a cross into the penalty area. One of his partners is offside and the other is not. The player who is not in the offside position touches the ball and scores a goal. Will it be counted? It all depends on how much the second partner (who was offside at the time of the transfer) affected the game episode. If he was in the immediate vicinity of the contest for the ball, such a goal should not be counted. Although he didnt touch the ball, his contribution helped the other team-mate score a goal. If the second player was away from the scene and did not take part in the goal, then this situation can be considered "passive offside". Accordingly, a goal in this episode is counted by the referee.
PEDALADA a deceptive move by an attacking player to pass a defender. Cristiano Ronaldos favorite feint. This feint can be called a simple step over the ball. Sometimes these steps are made repeatedly. This feint usually doesnt confuse defenders, but sometimes you can pass one or more defenders by using the speed pedal. Or get kicked in the legs and thats a free kick. Also, the pedalad allows you to take a breath and analyze the situation on the football field a little, because the defender will not climb into the selection as long as the player performs steps.
PELOTASO long throw of the ball. Any long-range goal throw in Latin American football is usually called a pelotaso. However, this transmission is often chaotic. When a team cannot organize a normal attack, it simply starts throwing the ball closer to the penalty area in the hope that there one of the attackers will catch on to the ball and be able to create a scoring opportunity. This tactic is primitive, but it is often the only option to create at least some moments. If the long throw is completed accurately, this is either luck or an indicator of the skill of the player who gave such a transfer. Pelotaso is the basis of the hit-and-run football tactic, which involves using throws to continue developing the attack.
PENALTY AREA the sector of the football field where the goalkeeper has the right to play with his hands. To mark out the penalty area, use a marker. At a distance of 16.5 m from the side posts perpendicular to the goal line, lines with a length of 16.5 m are drawn. They are connected by a line, the length of which is 40.3 m. Within the penalty area, the goalies zone and an eleven-meter mark are also marked. The penalty spot is located exactly in the center of the goal at a distance of 11 m. Any violation of the rules in the penalty area is punishable by an eleven-meter kick.
PENALTY SHOOTOUT this is a duel between the kick taker and the goalkeeper. Moreover, the goalkeeper has much less chances, since a competent shot from such a mark practically leaves him no chance. The goalkeeper is positioned exactly on the goal line. The batter sets the ball on the mark, moves away for a run-up and takes a shot at the whistle. If the ball crosses the goal line, a goal is scored. At the same time, there are several important rules that must be observed in order for a goal to be counted. First, no other player should be in the penalty area at the time of the kick. Secondly, the ball must be placed clearly on the point. If the ball is not positioned correctly, the referee must notice this and ask the player to place the ball in the correct position. After the kick, other players have the right to run into the penalty area. If the goalkeeper hits the ball or it bounces off the goal frame, the players have the right to fight for it. In other words, finishing off a penalty is allowed. The goalkeeper also understands this, so he tries to hit the ball to the side, and not in front of him. Of course, we are talking only about those penalty kicks that are assigned during the game. If we are talking about a post-match penalty shootout, then we cant talk about any finishing. A penalty is awarded in the event of a violation of the rules by the defending side in its own penalty area. Therefore, defenders play especially carefully in this zone. Some strikers specifically simulate in the penalty area, imitating the opponents violations and trying to earn a penalty. The referee must notice such moments and punish for them.
PENTA TRICK five goals scored by a player in one match. A penta-trick is a significant achievement even for the top goalscorer. Since such football phenomena are rare, they are always written about in the media. Penta-tricks in some tournaments may occur once every few years. A player can only complete a penta-trick if his team dominates the match and scores a huge number of goals. The most prestigious is to make a penta trick in a famous football tournament. For example, Lionel Messi is known for scoring 5 goals in one match in the Champions League tournament.
PERDIV in fan slang, this word means the first football division of the country. It should be understood that the first division does not necessarily have to be the highest. For example, in England, the League 1 championship is considered the third highest ranked in the country. In France, on the contrary, the first league is considered the highest football division of the country. In general, everything is very individual here. In many countries, the first division in any country comes immediately after the highest and is considered second in rank. In it, favorites compete for the opportunity to get promoted and get into the most prestigious division. Outsiders of the top division run the risk of ending up in the basement of the standings and being relegated to Perdivisie every year. For such teams, this is considered a big failure, since everyone dreams of keeping a residence permit in the elite.
PERSONAL CUSTODY the defenders play is personal with a specific attacker of the other team. For each defender, the coach can set certain tasks before the match. For example, to take care of individual players of the opposing team. As a rule, the most dangerous players are selected, which can create serious problems for the defense. Even in the course of the game, you can see with the naked eye how some defenders always play next to the opponents attackers. This is called personal guardianship, when a guardian is assigned to each particularly dangerous opponents attacker. At the same time, defencists should not forget about their other functions. For example, about a safety net. Defenders can change as the game progresses to confuse attackers. This can be part of a team tactic.
PFL (PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE) the organization that is responsible for hosting the Russian Football Second Division, the third-ranked tournament in the country. PFL was founded in 1992. Initially, the organization was engaged in holding the Championship and Championship of Russia in football. More than 50 clubs play in the Second Division. At the end of the season, the best teams are relegated to the First Division.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER a coach who doesnt match the teams level. As a rule, such specialists work according to primitive schemes, making the main bet on the functional training of players. Physical education teams are rarely able to change tactics during a match. Already in several games under the leadership of a physical teacher, you can see the primitivism of team actions. Such coaches manage to build a bland picture of the game even with a good set of performers. Physical education teachers rarely stay at their post. As a rule, such coaches can work for a long time exclusively in weak clubs or middling ones. However, often physical teachers appear on the coaching bridges of grandees. This is where the mentor level comes in. Many coaches rely on "results at any cost". This strategy can turn even a promising manager into a primitive physical teacher.
PIBE a guy, a young football player. Young players are the future of any team. In some teams, especially in national teams, you can observe a period when one generation of football players retires, and the new generation is much weaker and requires serious work with them. In clubs, this is less noticeable, as they can acquire players on the transfer markets. A players career depends on how he plays in his youth. All great football players, as a rule, declared their talent from a very young age. The word applies to almost all young players. For some, it is fixed for life. For example, if a football player finished his career at a young age. Also, the players style can be such that even at 35 they will be considered a young guy.
PLAYMAKER a mid-line player, usually with little or no emphasis on the offensive side. The attacking game of the team goes through it. The playmaker on the pitch is the link between defense and offense. It largely depends on him how many chances the team will create. Because a scoring striker is good, but you still need to get the ball to him. This is primarily the task of the playmaker. A player in this role must have certain leadership qualities, be experienced and have a good view of the field. The word comes from the English language and literally means "making a game". From this, it immediately becomes clear that a lot depends on his game on the field. Sometimes the playmaker himself connects to the attacks and even scores goals, but still his main function is to deliver the ball directly to the attackers.
POKER GAME four goals scored by one player in 1 game. Poker for a striker is considered a very cool achievement that will be remembered for a long time. There is such an abundance of goals, as a rule, in matches of unequal teams. In such games, the favorite can score 6-7 goals. It is in this scenario that poker is most often made out. Many strikers in their career have never scored 4 goals in one match, i.e. they have never played poker.
POLISHER NUMBER a beautiful football feint, when a player rolls the ball back and forth with the sole of his cleat. Over time, the polisher number began to be called any feint. When performing this deceptive movement, a football player looks like a person wiping the floor with a mop. Hence the name of the feint. In modern football, it is practically not used. This feint is considered more foppish than useful. If you turn 360 degrees when performing a polisher number, you will get the so-called Zidane feint. It is very easy to make a mistake when performing a polisher number, which is why it is unpopular among players.
POSITIONAL ATTACK an attack on the goal of another team, which can be characterized by a long draw in the other half of the field. The positional attack can be long. At the same time, the ball can constantly change its position, turning out to be either on the flanks, in the penalty area, or even in the center of the field. All fielders of the team can participate in the positional attack. They pass to each other, trying to find weaknesses in the opponents defense and catch the defenders mistake. As a rule, such an attack does not end with a blow from afar, but continues as long as possible and aims to get as close to the goal as possible. When attacking the goal positionally, individual players rarely allow themselves solo passes or unjustified and risky actions. The attack develops in a calm rhythm and accelerates only if the defense makes a mistake.
POST-MATCH PENALTIES a series of penalty kicks, which is awarded if after the end of extra time the teams failed to determine the winner (in a cup match). When it comes to single-elimination games, a draw is an exception. After the main time, an additional two overtimes of 15 minutes are assigned. If the teams do not resolve the issue with the winner, a penalty shootout is awarded during this period. It consists of ten penalty kicks (5 for each team), but in case of an equal score after ten strokes, the teams will continue to beat until the winner is revealed. Before the series, the coach selects the players who will take penalties. The rules for executing a penalty in a post-match series are slightly different from the rules for performing an eleven-meter kick from the game. All the players are standing in the center of the field. Teams hit alternately, i.e. the first-team player, then the second-team player, then the first-team player again, and so on. If a player could not score from the first touch, then he has no right to finish the ball. A penalty shootout always determines the winner, but football experts often refer to it as a lottery. This is true to some extent, because in this series even a weaker team can easily win.
PRE-SEASON the period of time in the year when the start of a new season is approaching. At this time, all teams are preparing for the new season. They train, recruit new players, and so on. Someone tries new tactical developments, someone completely changes the game scheme. Often, at the beginning of the season, the team is completely different from itself. This can happen if she has acquired a lot of new players or her coach has changed. The preseason is also characterized by other work that is not so closely related to the game itself. For example, signing new contracts with players and sponsors, meeting with fans, and various other football events. In general, this is a period of preparation for a busy season. For football players, it is also an opportunity to recover from minor or moderate injuries.
PREMIER LEAGUE (ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE The league is a professional football league that organizes the main tournament among English teams. Clubs from Wales can also take part in the competition. The Premier League is at the top of the hierarchy of English club competitions. The Premier League was founded in 1992. Two dozen teams take part in the tournament. The championship is held in two rounds. The worst teams at the end of the championship are demoted in class and relegated to the Football League Championship. And the best clubs in the second division get the right to play in the Premier League. The submarine operates according to the rules of the corporate structure. All clubs are shareholders, having one vote in resolving issues in the sponsorship sphere or other important issues. To manage the League, clubs elect a chairman, an executive director, and a board of directors.
PRESTIGE GOAL a goal scored by a team that loses to an opponent with a big score. A prestige goal is most often scored in the last 15-20 minutes of a football match. When one team defeats the other team in a landslide, the other team is no longer talking about a draw or a win. Her only possible goal is to score a prestige goal in order to somehow preserve her reputation. In matches between favorites and underdogs, you often have to talk about such a thing as a prestige goal. Many weak teams do not even dream of beating big and strong clubs, but even one goal scored against such a team can already be considered a success.
PRETEMPORADE the time interval immediately before the start of the season. During this period, teams are actively preparing for the opening of the season. In fact, this is the last opportunity to make serious decisions that can then affect the teams performance during the entire championship. This interval in South America is called the pretemporad. In Russia, the words off-season or preseason are more common.
PUNCH OF THE PANEL a move that was first performed by Czechoslovak football player Panenka during the penetration of an eleven-meter shot. The player ran away and gently hooked the ball, directing the projectile at the center of the goal. At this time, the goalkeeper has already rushed to the corner, and the ball mockingly slowly flew into the goal. Panenkas kick immediately gained popularity among football players and fans. Some call this technique overly foppish, but many agree that the Panenka blow is a great demonstration of confidence and iron nerves. Execution of an eleven-meter panel in the style of a panel is quite common. In the 2006 World Cup final, Zinedine Zidane scored a similar penalty against Buffon. However, a Panenka blow is a serious risk. If the goalkeeper does not guess the direction of the ball and jump in advance, then he will easily take such a shot. Then the penalty taker is waiting for the" laurels " of the loser dude.
PUT IT ON THE WHISTLE constant blowing of the whistle on the case and without either biased or incompetent actions of the arbitrator. When the referee blows his whistle on every contact between players, this action is called "blow the whistle". Practice shows that the final result may depend on the actions of the chief referee in football. Unfortunately, judges often make erroneous decisions on very important issues. This directly leads to a change in the position in favor of one or the other team. A good example is not awarded a penalty when it should have been awarded. Or, on the contrary, the referee saw violations where it was not and appointed an eleven-meter penalty. The same situation can occur with offsides. A lot of controversy is connected with shots when the ball crossed the goal line only a few centimeters, and the referee did not see the moment and did not count the goal. In general, the human error factor is still present in football. Coaches and players often blame the referee for a bad match. While there may sometimes be some truth in these accusations, it is often just an excuse to hide your bad game. However, there are cases when the wrong actions of the referee seriously change the course of the game.
PYR kick from the toe.
PYR (BLOW PYR) kick with the toe of your cleats. As a rule, such a blow is performed exclusively on force. The ability to adjust the trajectory of the ball when hitting the toe is almost nonexistent. "Round" often flies just in a straight line. A pyre kick is rarely seen during a professional soccer match. The fact is that when performing this element, it is quite difficult to control the flight of the ball. A kick from the toe can be relevant during a banal takeaway, when you need to send the ball far from your penalty area. It is also used in situations with disabilities. If a player cant approach the ball well enough for a high-quality accentuated kick, then a sock kick may be the only correct solution.
PYROM STRIKE kick with the toe of your cleats for strength. Such a football element is quite rare in professional football. The fact is that a kick with the toe allows you to give the ball a serious acceleration, but it is almost impossible to clearly set the trajectory of such a blow. Often, a kick with a pir (kick from the toe) is practiced in yard football. However, even for professionals, there are times when such an element is the only possible one. For example, if a football player does not have a good chance to approach the ball or does not have time to do so, then he often simply hits with a sock. Of course, in this case, the ball flies almost in a straight line, which simplifies the work of the goalkeeper.
QUICK GOAL goal scored in the first 10-20 minutes of the game. In fact, this is a goal that occurred in the first half of the first half. A quick goal, as a rule, creates additional intrigue in the match. When one team takes the lead at an early stage of the game, the match attracts the attention of the audience from the first minutes. For many teams, the style of play determines the initial onslaught on the opponents goal, as a result of which a quick goal can be the fruit of the teams tactical plan. In many cases, such a goal makes the opposing team a little nervous, because the initiative now passes into their hands. A quick goal can also be dictated by pure chance, when teams start the game at a measured pace, but still one of them manages to open the account in the first 20 minutes.
RABONA a kick that is applied through the supporting leg. The free leg swings and goes back. During the kick, the legs are crossed. The ball must be placed next to the support leg (if the support leg is left on the left, if the right leg is on the right). This technique looks very beautiful and can be very effective. Rabona is often found in the arsenal of pronounced "one-legged" football players. If such a player finds himself on an "inconvenient flank", then he can serve or shoot the ball into the penalty area. Very rarely, rabona is hit directly at the goal. Rabona is a spectacular element that can only be performed by technical players. Often such blows are made "in public".
RAM-TYPE FORWARD a striker whose trump cards are power, ability to fight, good game on the second floor, endurance and outstanding dimensions. As a rule, such players have an athletic build, which helps them in power wrestling. The task of the ramming forward is to push through the defensive lines or create favorable conditions for the continuation or completion of the attack. Such forwards are often targeted with overhangs or long passes. Their task is to catch the ball. Among the classic battering ram forwards of the past, we can distinguish Christian Vieri, Mark Viduka, Jan Koller, Oliver Bierhoff.
REBOUND 1) a win or a draw, in which the share of luck is high 2) a rebound. The first meaning of the word is usually implied when discussing the final result of a match. If a team bounced back, it was lucky. The final score on the scoreboard may not quite match the games layout. This is often the case in football. For example, if one team scored a goal in violation of the rules, and then also from a dubious penalty and thus won, this can be called a rebound, since it did not win because it played better. The second rebound value is the balls rebound on impact, when it hits any football player and because of this changes the direction of its flight. In football, a lot of goals are scored after ricochets. For example, when performing a free kick, the ball first flies past the goal, but a player of the defending team accidentally touches it. As a result, the ball changes its trajectory and flies into the goal. The goalkeeper is caught on the counter-move and does not have time to react to the dramatically changed situation. This is a typical example of how a bouncing ball can change the course of any match.
RECEIVING THE BALL a game move when a player stops the ball that was addressed to him with a pass from the bottom or top. Good ball handling is an important skill for any football player, especially for a striker. The value of a football player largely depends on how well he is able to control the ball. Accordingly, a good reception of the ball is directly related to the level of technical equipment of the player. Some very complex gears have to be stopped first, and then continue moving. But still, the height of football skill is considered to be simultaneous processing and further dribbling, in which case the opponent has less time to approach and take the ball away.
REFEREE football referee
REFEREE (REFEREE) a participant in a football match who must monitor compliance with the rules of the game, record fouls, and make decisions on punishing players or club representatives who are outside the football field. As a rule, the main referee, two side judges and a reserve referee are appointed for the match. In some tournaments, there are two more referees behind the goal. The referee may stop the game in case of any violation of the rules. Also, the match may be interrupted by the referee if he noticed an outside interference. In addition, the chief referee is responsible for determining the extent of damage to the players. If the referee believes that a player has been seriously injured, he may stop the game for assistance. If the referee is sure that the damage is insignificant, then he has the right to continue the match. The judge is given the right to punish officials who behave incorrectly. In addition, the referee may record a "deferred" foul. In this case, the game does not stop after a violation of the rules (if the affected team benefits from this), but at the end of the episode, a well-deserved warning is issued.
REGISTERS a term that comes from Italian football slang. This word refers to a player who is responsible for constructing attacks and controlling the pace of the game. Also on the register are assigned some defensive functions (ball selection, high pressure). Regista is a versatile midfielder with a distinct emphasis on creativity. Such players see the field well, have an accurate pass at different distances, and also make non-trivial decisions. In modern football, it is very rare to find classic registers, which are the basis of the attack and have time to do the work of a destroyer. As a rule, these functions are distributed between two players of the center line. A team that has a qualified coach in its composition can easily change over the course of the match. Such players are usually the core element in the tactical formation. By adjusting the register setting (focusing on defense or attack), the coach can change the strategy without making substitutions.
REGULAR TIME a time interval of 90 minutes. The main time of one half is 45 minutes. The main time of a match in football is clearly regulated - 90 minutes. They are divided into 2 equal halves. In each of the halves, the referee can compensate for the time. More often, he does it in the second half. The fact is that in football, the match time is not clean. For example, it takes into account the time spent preparing for standard positions, goal kicks, and substitutions. As a result, the arbitrator decides on the basis of such delays how much time to compensate. This is usually 3-5 minutes. In elimination matches, the main and compensated time may not be enough, then an extra time is added according to the rules. Sometimes a match lasts less than 90 minutes. For example, due to sharply worsened weather conditions. In some other football championships (for example, youth or womens), the main time may be shorter according to the rules. Lets say 80 minutes or two halves of 40 minutes each.
RELEASE (THROW) an element of pair skating. The partner throws out the partner in any multi-turn jump.
RFPL an organization that unites all top-tier clubs. The Russian Premier League was established in 2001. Since 2002, the organization has been coordinating the main national championship of the country. There are 16 clubs in the Premier League. The season runs on the autumn-spring system (since 2012) in two rounds. After 30 matches, the national champion is determined. The teams that finish in other places at the top of the table qualify for European competitions. The last few teams are relegated to the First Division.
RFU (RUSSIAN FOOTBALL UNION) a non-governmental organization that promotes football and hosts a number of national competitions. The following tournaments are held under the auspices of the RFU: Russian Football Cup; Russian Super Cup; Russian Championship. In addition, the Russian Football Union promotes and develops football in the country, and also oversees all national teams (mens, womens, youth and youth). The organization was founded in 1912. In the same period, the RFU became part of FIFA. The Russian Football Union joined UEFA in 1954.
ROD TYPE a first-team player who plays a key role in team actions. There may be several such people in the team. Experts agree that the team is built around a central axis: goalkeeper, centerback, defender, central striker. It is these players who are often pivotal. In teams that practice attacking football, the core players are creatives or freelance artists. They determine the pattern of the game and directly affect the result. A core player can be a football player of any role. To do this, you need to regularly go out in the main team and perform your work as efficiently as possible. If a player maintains a high level for long enough, then fans can no longer imagine their team without him. Such a football player can be safely called a pivot.
RUN-UP a game move in which a player without the ball makes a dash to the area where the ball is supposed to be sent (up or down). A teammate who has possession of the ball, in most cases, will not continue the attack with his own efforts, but will give it to his teammates. To do this, they must make forays into the intended areas where the ball can fly. This helps to get rid of guardianship and aggravate the game situation. The most striking example is when attacking players run into the opponents penalty area when serving from the flank. In order to create sharpness at the other goal, the attackers must at least be present in the penalty area and try to compete for the ball.
RUNNING IN a game technique in which a player without the ball makes a quick dash at speed in order to receive a pass from a teammate and continue the attack. Flankers, as well as forwards, are most often used for running. The main goal of this technique is to break away from the protecting opponent and, having received the ball, continue the attack. At the same time, the defender must be as alert as possible, because the runs occur sharply and quickly, and he must not lose the attacking player. These moves are best handled by fast flankers. They can make a leap forward so quickly that even the most vigilant defender will not have time to react. If there is a lot of free space ahead, then the partner can make the player a so-called pass on the move. This transfer is performed not exactly on your friend, but a little further away, so that he is the first to get on the ball due to a successful run.
SAFA MODE a slang expression from yard football. Sir Alex Ferguson, legendary Manchester United manager. Often, the phrase "SAFa mode" is used when a team makes a comeback. Sir Alex Fergusons teams have always been characterized by a strong character and a desire to fight until the last minute of the match. That is why the SAFA wards often pulled out the most difficult fights. In the courtyard, you can hear the phrase "turn on SAFa mode". This means that the team must gather strength and play as aggressively as possible. Often the term is also used by football fans. It is used when discussing matches in which one of the teams managed to radically change the course of the game.
SAVE (ENGLISH: SAVE — the moment when the goalkeeper deflects a dangerous shot that could have resulted in a goal. Saving is the most important part of goalkeeping. The number of such saves is included in the official statistics of each game. Particularly effective and technical reflections are called "super saves". To deflect a dangerous shot, the goalkeeper must have a good reaction time and jump. It looks especially beautiful when the goalkeeper parries the ball, launched from close range or flying into the corner of the goal.
SAWN-OFF SHOTGUN an unsuccessful, inaccurate pass that was intercepted by an opponent. Each football team has an indicator such as the accuracy of passes during the game. It depends on how often broadcasts reach partners. If this indicator is high, it indicates a good team game and mutual understanding. But many passes in football are intercepted by opponents. Sometimes this is due to the fact that the pass just turned out to be inaccurate. Sometimes the pass is blocked, then the ball goes in a completely different direction. Long transmissions are more likely to be interrupted than short ones. In the event of a cutoff, the other team receiving the ball often launches a counterattack. Since their opponent hadnt even managed to react to the mistake yet, such a sharp leap forward might bring results. Cut-offs sometimes lead to scoring counterattacks, so teams try to minimize such moments, especially if the opponent is able to quickly move into the attack.
SCHEME 2 3 5 a five-striker scheme that first appeared in the late 19th century. This tactic involves two centerbacks and three midfielders. The extreme haves would go down to help the two central defenders during the opponents attack, while the central midfielder would play closer to the attackers. Middle forwards often dropped to midfielders, opening up areas for wingers (extreme attackers). Often, the central midfielder became the teams top scorer. Players in this role were constantly connected to attacks and delivered finishing blows. The 2 3 5 scheme was very popular at the beginning of the 20th century, but after the 30s, such a construction of players practically ceased to be used.
SCHEME 2 5 3 a tactical setup with two central defenders, five midfielders and three strikers. The center of the field with such an arrangement of players is the main trump card of the team. You can play with either three defensive players or one offensive player. Flank defenders are lowered to the position of fullbacks (extreme defenders) during enemy attacks. Thus, the scheme 2 5 3 is transformed into a fairly common modern tactical formation 4 3 3.
SCHEME 3 2 5 tactical formation, which was called W M or "double be". When in 1925 there were changes in the definition of the "offside" position, it became impossible to play with two defenders. It was at this time that the 3 2 5 scheme began to emerge. It was founded by Arsenal coach Herbert Chapman. The name "W M" fully reflects the position of the players on the field. The tactic provides for the presence of three defenders who must resist the opponents forwards. Above the defenders are midfielders who act against insiders (welterweight forwards). Five forwards were positioned in a mirror image: two forwards and three forwards. Welterweight strikers took part in attacks, and also went lower and played the role of"breakwaters". Forwards in the defense of their own goal almost did not participate. Scheme 3 2 5 was almost perfect for its time. Each position of the player was logically justified. The teams played according to similar tactical patterns. In this case, the result was provided by the class and character of the players.
SCHEME 3 3 1 3 a formation in which the attacking midfielder occupies a special place. It is he who is the link between the defensive midfielders and the attack. Three centerbacks play in this formation. At the same time, the extreme midfielders can go down lower, turning the scheme into 5 2 3. It is also possible to change the position of wingers (extreme attackers), who can play deeper, performing the functions of extreme midfielders. The playmaker plays a crucial role in this tactical formation. Such a player can perform "free artist" or play strictly under the central striker. In any case, this midfielder is responsible for the attacking potential of the team.
SCHEME 3 4 3 a super-attacking formation with three centerbacks, four midfielders and three forwards. Extreme haves with this tactic must perform a huge amount of work. Practically, they play brovochnikov, turning into fullbacks during the defense, and during the attack into extreme attackers. Nominal extreme forwards can move to the center, freeing up areas for flanking midfielders. Thus, at certain points in the game, the team plays five strikers. With such an emphasis on attack, it is necessary to have a high-quality defense. Defenders must have good speed, as well as choose the right position on the field. Only in this case can the defense effectively counteract the opponents counterattacks, which are the main threat in the 3 4 3 scheme.
SCHEME 3 5 2 The team consists of three defenders, five midfielders and two forwards. This tactic assumes that the extreme haves will be responsible for the entire flank. This means that the 3 5 2 scheme can dynamically turn into 5 3 2 or 3 3 4 schemes.Thus, teams with cool and hardy extreme midfielders can count on a high-quality saturated defense and the same offense. Scheme 3 5 2 is more protective. Betting on the speed of flankers implies a greater emphasis on counterattacks. Often, this arrangement uses a classic duet of attackers (ramming and technical forwards). The tasks of the "pillar" are to compete for a riding ball, throw a "round" ball to a partner, or score a goal in a power-play manner. A technical forward is responsible for dribbling, passing, and executing shots.
SCHEME 4 1 4 1 a defensive tactic that involves playing with almost five defenders. One of the hubs is located closer to the defense line. This player is always ready to take the place of the third centerback. In addition, fullbacks in this formation rarely support the attack. Extreme midfielders are responsible for these functions. It is they who make passes on the flank and forward the ball to the central striker. For building 4 1 4 1, the classic ram forward is ideal. Such a striker perfectly closes the flank sheds, and can also throw the ball to the midfielders for a second-rate attack.
SCHEME 4 2 3 1 very popular placement of players in modern football. This tactical formation allows you to achieve a balance between defense and attack. This scheme allows you to dynamically change the drawing of the game depending on the tasks or the current result. Two supports perform a huge amount of work. These can be box-to-box midfielders or players who are more prone to destruction. All players participate in the defense of their own goal. Stoppers and extreme haves go down, forming an additional line of defenders. The attacking midfielder and forward press the opponent and complicate the drawing of combinations. In the 4 2 3 1 scheme, one pure striker is used. This position is often occupied by a ram-type forward. Under him is either a creative midfielder, or a well-drawn technical and fast striker. Thus, the wingers and attacking central midfielder provide serious support to the only forward. You should also not forget about the connections of support devices.
SCHEME 4 2 4 ("BRAZILIAN") an arrangement of players that involves four nominal defenders and the same number of attackers. For the first time, this arrangement was used by the Hungarian national team. However, the glory of the 4 2 4 tactic was brought by the Brazilian national team, which won the World Cup with this scheme in 1958. Building 4 2 4 provides reliable defense. Midfielders get more freedom and the opportunity to regularly join the attack. In defensive actions, all attackers move closer to the midfielders. This creates additional problems for the opponent in organizing attacks. In addition, this way the forwards free up space for quick spurts, which is especially important for organizing successful counterattacks.
SCHEME 4 3 1 2 tactical formation with an emphasis on defense. Four defenders and three support hava constitute a serious obstacle to enemy attacks. However, such reliability from behind takes away the attacking potential. The effectiveness of the attack depends on the quality of play of the attacking midfielder and two center-forwards. It is not uncommon for attackers to drop lower or go to the flank to organize attacks. That is why the success of the 4 3 1 2 ahead scheme directly depends on the skill and versatility of the attacking duo.
SCHEME 4 3 2 1 ("HERRINGBONE") building that primarily focuses on the reliability of protection. This task is achieved by having four backs and three supports. The attack is built through two fast creative haves that support a single forward. The same arrangement can be sharply attacking if you place two defensive midfielders focused on creation in place of two defensive midfielders. Flanking haves periodically turn into wingers, creating a serious "fist" of attack.
SCHEME 4 3 3 a structure that reflects the philosophy of "total football". This arrangement is aggressively attacking. All midfielders and forwards participate in the creation. It is also common for a centre-back or full-back to join the attack. Thus, at a certain point in the game, almost all field players can be on the opponents field. "Total soccer" is based on constant ball control. If the opponent has a" round", then it is necessary to press and use collective selection. This is the only way to protect yourself from counterattacks, which are the worst danger for building 4 3 3. A huge responsibility lies with the central midfielder. It is the player of this role who must control the entire central zone. In addition, centrahav is the main attack constructor. Usually, this position is played by an experienced, versatile player who is equally good at performing defensive and creative functions.
SCHEME 4 4 1 1 a variation of the classic 4 4 2 construction, which was practiced by almost all teams at the end of the 20th century. Four defenders and four midfielders play in a line. At the same time, extreme midfielders sometimes perform the functions of wingers (extreme attackers). They are the ones who disperse attacks on the flank and are responsible for dangerous passes to the penalty area. The 4 4 1 1 scheme is characterized by a single striker who is well physically developed and has a goal sense. He is assisted from deep by an attacking midfielder. A nominal forward can also play in this position, acting in the drawback. A player located under the center forward can move around the entire offensive front, creating chances for his teammate or making dangerous passes on his own.
SCHEME 4 4 2 the classic arrangement, which was very popular at the turn of the 20th and 21st centuries. In this formation, the lines of defense, midfield and attack are clearly divided. Four defenders and four midfielders play strictly on the line. At the same time, the extreme midfielders must actively support the attack on the flank. The 4 4 2 scheme, even with two pronounced attackers, becomes defensive in modern realities. The fact is that such a structure cannot compete on equal terms in the center of the field with schemes with three supports (4 3 3 or 4 3 2 1). This arrangement is more suitable for teams that practice power football. Even if you dont have super-skilled performers, you can achieve a balanced game. Scheme 4 4 2 assumes the development of attacks mainly through the flanks. Thus, the main threat to the opponent is canopies, crossballs and long passes to the forwards.
SCHEME 4 5 1 a tactical arrangement that maximizes the saturation of the center of the field. Extreme haves can play in a classic position, or they can move to the place of wingers. In this formation, the emphasis is on ball control and a large number of passes. The entire midfield is shifted closer to the opponents penalty area, which gives the team the opportunity to combine dangerously in the immediate vicinity of the goal. The 4 5 1 game involves high pressure and collective selection of the ball. A large number of players in the wrong half of the field can cause a penetrating counterattack. That is why defenders need to read the game well, choose the right position, and have a good starting and distance speed.
SCHEME 4 6 0 placement with a "false" attacker. This tactic involves dominating ball control. A saturated midfield can dynamically change its formation. The most obvious arrangement for the midfielders is a rhombus with two additional extreme midfielders. A player who is closer to the opponents goal and is a hidden forward. Flanking haves move closer to the attack during the attack, turning into extreme attackers. Scheme 4 6 0 is suitable for teams with smart and technical performers. Players must play a high-quality pass, see the field well, and be able to make quick decisions. Most of the transfers are made in one touch. This requires excellent mutual understanding and technical equipment from the players. With a well-established game, the 4 6 0 scheme offers the viewer a dynamic football with a plentiful number of beautiful combinations and goals.
SCHEME 5 3 2 placement with five defenders. This tactic is rather closed. In defense, the principle of safety netting and collective selection of the ball is developed. This is possible due to numerical superiority. The Havas also come down to help the defenders. There are two clean attackers in the attack. They can move to the flank or move closer to the midfielders. During an attack, the midfield moves closer to someone elses penalty area, which allows you to play dangerous combinations. At this time, one or a pair of centerbacks takes the place of the main midfielders, temporarily performing their functions.
SCHEME 5 4 1 tactical placement of the teams field players, which involves the presence of five defenders, four midfielders and one striker. This tactic is also called "busing". This construction is too careful. As a rule, three players with good physical characteristics play in the center of the defense. Their task is to win all the riding balls and crossballs. The full-backs are also focused on defense, but their additional task is to pass on the flank, cross overhangs and shoot throughs. During such connections, the extreme midfielders fall closer to their goal. Thus, even during an attack, the defensive potential remains unchanged. Often, out of four midfielders, three of them perform defensive functions. This makes it even more difficult for the enemy to build an attack. The "bus" tactic is ideally suited to versatile forwards who can play well both up and down. This arrangement is used not only by teams with a weak selection of players. There are many coaches who, even with a top-tier set of players, often put a"bus" near their goal. Such a tactical move may be dictated by the importance of a particular match or the coachs philosophy.
SCORING CHANCES a game situation when one of the teams is close to hitting the opponents goal, that is, there is a high chance of scoring a goal. A scoring moment is the next stage after a scoring situation, when the situation has escalated to the limit and the fate of the game episode will be decided within the next few seconds. As a rule, a lot depends on the performance skills of the attackers. The most striking example of a scoring opportunity is going one-on-one with the goalkeeper. In this case, the striker has a great chance to score, but practice shows that he often misses this opportunity and the goalkeeper comes out the winner. In this case, the striker is said to have missed a good opportunity to score. The scoring moment is considered to be the game moment. But if you think about it, then any dangerous free kick or penalty is suitable for this definition.
SCORING SITUATION an attack by a team that has a high chance of creating a dangerous scoring opportunity. Often, even at the very beginning of an attacks development, you can judge its potential. If you can see that there are few attacking players, and all the defenders have returned to their positions, then no one will call this situation a scoring situation. Although sometimes goals are scored from unpromising attacks, a scoring situation implies that there are excellent opportunities to create a scoring opportunity. Dozens of such moments may occur in a single match, but this does not mean that at least a third of them will be realized. The implementation of scoring situations is already a matter of skill of the attacking half of the team, and sometimes even luck. When the number of attacking players in the other half of the field exceeds the number of defenders, this is at least called a dangerous position. Even if the number of attackers is equal to or slightly less than the number of defensemen, this can be considered a scoring situation. Much depends on the convenience of the essence of the position from which the attack develops.
SCOUT a club employee who collects information about potential newcomers to the team. Such people go to matches of players who fall into the clubs sphere of interest, collect various information, and can also conduct preliminary negotiations (recruit). It is difficult to imagine a modern professional club without a scout service. When the transfer window opens, each team has the opportunity to sell or buy a player. Naturally, there must be justifications for spending money on a football player. The player is carefully guided by scouts. Such surveillance can last for years. The scout must make sure that the player really meets his price and will benefit the team. Special attention is paid to the health and possible progress of the player. Of course, a positive report from a scout does not guarantee that the transfer will be completed. Often, a deal is preceded by a lengthy negotiation process. Many purchases are disrupted for various reasons.
SCREW-IN SPIKE a type of spikes with threads for soccer cleats. Such spikes can be easily replaced with other ones when needed. Replacement spikes are great for wet or soft soccer lawns. At the same time, this type of spikes provides good grip on the lawn, although others are usually used for dry synthetic fields.
SECOND FLOOR as a rule, this is a head game when the ball is in the air above the players. A clear advantage in the game on the second floor is given to tall players. Some strikers, who are naturally tall, are most focused on creating dangerous moments by playing on the second floor. In this case, the teams tactics may be reduced to making constant sheds in the penalty area. From this it follows that defenders also need to have great jumping ability and height to be able to compete with such forwards and take the threat away from their goal. Low football players in most cases lose aerial combat.
SEPTA TRICK seven goals scored in one mast by one player. In professional football, such an event is very rare. A septa trick is possible only if there is a very large difference in the class of the teams meeting. In strong championships, such a gap is almost impossible to meet. Of course, in Spain, in England, and in other top competitions, teams can score seven or more goals in a match. However, the chances that the same player will score all seven goals are close to zero.
SERIES A the highest football division in Italy and Brazil. However, most often this name is associated with the Italian championship. The Italian Serie A was founded in 1898. The first part of the competition is called andata, and the second part is called ritorno. Often the championship in Serie A is called the Scudetto. The champion club plays all next season with a patch that shows the tricolor (Italian flag). The worst teams at the end of the season are eliminated in Serie B (second division). Teams located at the top of the standings are eligible to play in European Competitions. Serie A is included in the list of the most popular football championships. There are fans of Juventus, Milan, Lazio and other Italian teams all over the world.
SHARP PASS passing the ball to your teammate, after which he is in an advantageous position to attack the opponents goal. This means that the situation may not have been so acute before this pass, but everything changed immediately after the pass was made. The ability to make sharp passes is the most valuable quality of any playmaker. It is valued in football as much as the ability to score goals for a striker. The most striking example of a sharp pass is when a player goes one-on-one after it.
SHAVING GEL vanishing spray, which has become widely used in football matches around the world. In fact, this spray was invented back in 2000 by a Brazilian inventor. Two years later, it was approved for use. In 2008, its mass production began, and at the World Cup it was first used in 2014. The purpose of this spray is to briefly mark the ball line or wall during the standard position. Thanks to its composition, the gel quickly disappears. This way, no extra spots or lines are left on the field. After the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, the spray began to be used in other cups and championships.
SHIP constantly hang in the penalty area in the hope of finding teammates there and aggravate the situation. Sometimes the attacking half of the team just doesnt manage to create dangerous moments with the help of low passes. The opponents defense can play exceptionally well. In this case, many teams resort to a different tactic: they constantly load the opponents penalty area with long overhangs, trying to overcome the defense through the air. For some teams, loading is the main tactic that pays off. For example, if they have one or two tall attackers who can fight in the air and throw headbutts. In this case, the team makes a huge number of crosses into the penalty area. Of course, most of these canopies will not reach their own, will be intercepted by defenders or blocked. But for a talented goalscorer, 1 or 2 real chances are enough to create a very dangerous moment that can lead to a goal. In addition, constant shots into the penalty area make defenders more nervous, because it is more difficult to predict where the ball will be in the next second.
SHIP (SLANG) score a lot of goals in the opponents goal. Ship — means to score a lot of goals. As a rule, this word is pronounced in matches where the final result is a rout. Second option: if each team missed a lot. Then they say that both opponents shipped the balls to the opponents goal. This situation in football occurs mainly with teams that differ too much in class. Then the game becomes too easy for one person and too difficult for the other.
SHIT. fan slang that refers to football as a sport in general. What are the reasons why some fans have called football that word? There are several of them. Many fans are extremely dissatisfied with the performance of the teams they support. They begin to find various inconsistencies and errors and interpret them in their own way. Such fans do not like everything in football, from the actions of the referee to the fact that the out was not assigned in favor of their team. Others became disillusioned with football in general. They criticize absolutely all football players and coaches, call football a game for lazy people and actors. As you can see, the main driving force is the disappointment of fans in the game itself. Of course, in football there are bad and uninteresting matches, but in general, the appearance of such terms only speaks about the bad manners of some fans.
SHVEDKA (SWEDE) the outer part of the foot. This term is used to characterize a kick or pass. "Cut with a foot" — hit or made a pass with the outside of the foot. Such techniques are classified as complex. However, blows or canopies by the Swede are used quite often. Visually, this element looks very beautiful. Moreover, for the defense and goalkeeper, such transfer strikes become unexpected, which increases their effectiveness. It is important to note that controlling the direction and force of the ball when hitting the Swede is more difficult. That is why only experienced craftsmen can perform this technique as accurately and efficiently as possible.
SIDE JUDGE a referee who stands behind the sideline and helps the chief referee judge the match. Basically, it fixes offsides. Sometimes the chief referee of a match will consult with the sideman when he could have seen the episode better. In football matches, it is customary to use two side judges to see the game equally well from the right and left sides of the edge. The presence of such referees in a match is very important, because it is often difficult for the chief referee to keep track of all the events in the match, especially the offside positions. The side judge is also required to actively move along the side to keep the players near the ball in his field of vision.
SIDE JUDGES FLAG a tool that helps the assistant referee signal rule violations, substitutions, and other events. This item is a device for visual switching between judges. The flag is raised - the main signal of the side referee, which tells the main referee to stop the game. After the main referee blows his whistle, the assistant referee reports a violation of the rules. Flag raised at 45 degrees along the sideline indicates that the ball has crossed the sideline. The ball must be entered into play by the team with the flag pointing in the direction of attack. The flag is aimed at the goal (the referee is located near the front line) - a signal indicating a goal kick. If the side referee holds the flag at arms length, it signals "out of play". The position of the hand indicates in which part of the field the offside was recorded: hand up 45 degrees far side of the field from the referee; hand strictly horizontal middle of the field; hand down 45 degrees near part of the field. The flag above the head indicates that a replacement is being performed. If the side referee registers a goal, he lowers the flag and goes to the center line.
SILVER GOAL the rule that was in effect in 2003-2004 for determining the winner in playoff matches, if the strongest player could not be identified in regular time. The referee assigned the standard extra two halves of 15 minutes each. If one of the teams managed to score an unanswered goal, then only the current overtime was played. For example, one of the teams scored a goal in the first extra half. If the opponents did not manage to equalize the score, then the second overtime was not played. If the first extra period ended in a draw, then another one was played. If the second overtime did not help to identify the winner, then a series of penalty shootouts broke through. The only major tournament where the silver goal rule was applied was the 2004 European Championship in Portugal. The first "silver goal" (scored in the first overtime) was recorded in the semifinal match between the national teams of Greece and the Czech Republic. After the Portuguese tournament, the "silver goal" rule was abolished.
SLIP IT IN 1) potentially spoil the attack by making an inaccurate pass 2) power struggle as a result of which one player wins the ball due to his physical data. Very often these words can be heard from the mouth of the commentator. This means performing an action on the field that seriously worsens the situation for one of the teams. The second value is a power struggle, as a result of which one player pushes the other away from the ball. For example, the referee awarded a penalty that should not have been awarded. In fact, he slipped the pig to one of the teams that might have undeservedly conceded a goal. Or, for example, the defender failed to pass to the goalkeeper, as a result of which the attacker intercepted the ball and went one-on-one. A player is said to slip the ball when he gives a fussy and awkward pass to a partner.
SNAIL (ROULETTE; ZIDANES FEINT) notation of the same technique that is associated with the genius of the French midfielder. Zidanes Feint: 1. A soccer player stops the ball with one foot. 2. Turning around its axis by 270 degrees, the players second foot sets the trajectory of the projectile, which is perpendicular to the original movement of the ball. This maneuver allows you to abruptly change the trajectory of the ball and free yourself from the players custody. Zinedine Zidane often dodged several opponents with such a feint. This technique has many names: "pinwheel", snail, roulette.
STADIUM (STADIK, STADIO, STADO, ESTADIO) all these names define the sports facility where football matches are held. Almost every major city has its own stadium, where the local football club holds home games. The architecture and filling of arenas can be very different. Modest stadiums can not boast a large number of seats. Some of these structures have only one grandstand. As a rule, such football arenas are built for provincial teams, the number of fans of which is estimated at several thousand. Popular clubs play in state-of-the-art stadiums that can accommodate tens of thousands of visitors. Such structures are entire entertainment complexes with shops, museums, public catering establishments, parking lots, etc. Special attention is paid to the safety of fans. History knows tragic incidents at stadiums that have claimed more than one life. A large number of stewards and law enforcement officers are present in and out of the bowl. They are required to ensure order throughout the entire territory of the sports facility. Today, the construction of the stadium costs tens and hundreds of millions of dollars. Each such complex has a unique design and ultramodern stuffing (large screens, fire safety sensors, surveillance cameras and much more).
STAGE phase of a football competition. As a rule, this concept is used in relation to tournaments with cup or mixed regulations (for example, the FIFA World Cup). Stage a certain stage that a team can reach. For example, you can say "Juventus reached the semi-final stage" or "Chelsea failed to pass the 1/8 final stage". Also, the term "stage" often combines a whole set of games. These can be all matches in a group ("group stage") or qualification competitions ("qualification stage").
STANDARD (STANDARD POSITION) entering the ball into play after a corner kick, free kick, or free kick is awarded. When performing the standard, the ball must be stationary. A corner kick is awarded if the ball goes beyond the goal line from a player of the defending team. At the corners of the field are marked sectors from which you can perform a corner kick. The ball can simply be played or sent to the penalty area. A free kick or free kick is awarded if the referee stops the game due to a violation of the rules. A goal scored by a direct free kick is not counted. You must make at least one touch of the ball. From a free kick, you can shoot directly into the goal.
STATISTICIAN (SLANG) a football player who did not properly counteract the opponent. As a rule, extras are called players who happened to be in the role of a spectator of a dangerous moment. Such players observe the development of events, practically without interfering. Often extras are called defenders who could not join the fight with attacking players during the horse feed or unsuccessfully located on the field, creating conditions for a cutting pass. In the football environment, you can hear the phrases: "the defender acted as an extra", "the player turned out to be an extra in this episode" , etc. This is a negative characteristic of a player, which declares only that he is on the field. In this case, active or useful actions are excluded.
STEPPING OVER THE BALL a feint in football that is sometimes used to circle an opponent standing or running towards them. When approaching an opponent, the feint taker must put one foot over the ball, as if about to turn around. The upper part of the body should be directed towards the same leg. Then a sharp change in direction is made, and the ball is pushed past the opponent with the second free foot (the front of the boot). Immediately after performing the movement, you need to speed up sharply in order to have time to escape from the opponent. The feint should not be performed too close to the defender, otherwise he is very likely to knock the ball out from under his feet.
STRAIGHT LEG a dangerous game, when a football player goes into the ball or into an opponent with a straightened lower limb. In this case, the collision becomes more severe, which increases the likelihood of serious injury. As a rule, a straight kick is punished with a yellow or red card. Such actions are included in the list of gross violations of the rules. Often, players go in this way to the ball, which is in the air. Therefore, all parts of the opponents body are exposed to danger. In the most terrible situations, the head gets in the way of a straight leg. Such a joint can cause serious injury.
STRING BAG a slang word used in sports to describe a goal net. This specific term is often used when discussing team sports that use goals: football, handball, hockey, etc. The term "string bag" is typical of the post-Soviet space. The legendary grocery mesh bag has some similarities to the gate mesh. This fact was the reason for the appearance of this slang expression. Sports fans like to use the phrase "string bag" when discussing matches. For example, the most common expression "got a full string bag" means that the team conceded a lot of goals.
STRYKER a striker with a strong personality, a central striker.
SWEDISH PUNCH a kick that is applied with the outside of the foot. This element is most often performed on equipment. However, it is not uncommon for footballers to kick for strength (a classic example is Roberto Carlos). After hitting the Swede, the ball goes along an arc-shaped trajectory. However, it can be either incoming or outgoing. The projectile is given a serious spin, which can confuse the goalkeeper. A high-quality and effective Swedish kick can only be performed by technical players. This football element is elegant, but quite complex. Often, the Swede makes canopies if a player is "not on his own flank" (for example, a left-footed football player on the right flank). In this case, it is convenient to play the Swedish "native foot".
SWIPER a free defender who is responsible for insuring his teammates. The more common term is libero. Such defenders do not have a specific place on the field. Their fiefdom is to anticipate the mistakes of partners and clean up their flaws. As a rule, the swipper actively takes the ball and starts the attack of his team. Most often, the libero simply puts the "round" on someone elses half of the field. However, a great free defender should be able to organize an effective exit from defense to attack. With the development of football, the position of the sweeper has almost lost its relevance. Today, no one plays with classic free defenders. As a rule, the functions of a" cleaner " are assigned to an experienced centerback, who insures his partners. Tactics with a free defender reached their heyday in the 60s of the XX century. This was especially true for the Italians, who became the creators of catenaccio (tactics based on effective defense). One of the most famous sweepers is Franz Beckenbauer. In this position, the famous German worked football miracles, cementing the defense of his team.
TAKE A PENALTY a game situation where the goalkeeper managed to deflect a shot from the eleven-meter mark. In modern football, penalties are implemented with a high degree of probability. Not everything here depends on the goalkeeper, because a player who takes a penalty can simply shoot without a chance for the goalkeeper. But not all fielders know how to execute this shot well, so the goal keeper always has a small chance to take a penalty. For example, the goalkeeper can guess which way the player will hit or whether the shot will be weak. Taking a penalty for any goalkeeper is a small feat. And he will be especially proud of it if the player who performs the kick is famous for his ability to score and the kick really turned out to be difficult. It is worth noting that if a player hits the goal or the ball hits the post or crossbar, this situation will not be considered a penalty for the goalkeeper. A wingback is an extreme defender who plays in the defensive line of his team. Defenders can be either central or extreme. Depending on their position, they have different tasks. Full-backs try to minimize the number of shots and crosses into their own penalty area, taking care of the flanking midfielders of the opposing team. Central defenders are mainly focused only on defense and very rarely go together with the team in the attack. Their main habitat is close to their penalty area. The goal is to prevent the opponents attack from getting too close to the goal so that a dangerous shot can be made. They block most passes, passes, and shots. A central defender requires a sufficient level of physical strength, because he often has to engage in martial arts.
TAKING A GOAL a goal scored by any of the teams. The expression "take the goal" means to score a goal to the opponent. This is logical, since a point can only be awarded to a team if it manages to roll the ball over the opponents goal line. Teams can use different tactics to score goals. Someone is often marked from the standards, someone on the counterattack, and others just take the initiative completely. The goalies and defenders task is to prevent their own goal from being taken, as the defense often simply moves the ball away from their possession.
TANK DRIVER a football player who plays in a special protective helmet, which visually resembles the headdress of a tanker. Such ammunition is necessary after a serious head injury. The helmet allows players to enter the field until full recovery, without fear of complications. In addition, there are diagnoses that do not recommend continuing a professional career in contact sports. In some cases, the "tankman" helmet can slightly reduce the danger. The first "tankist" was goalkeeper Petr Cech. After a serious injury, doctors did not allow the Czech goalkeeper to go to the game without a protective helmet. Since then, the famous goalkeeper spent every game in his already familiar "tank" equipment. After Peter, "tankers" began to appear in almost all championships.
TECHNICAL AREA a special place near the football field where reserve players, club staff and coaching staff are located. During the match, none of them can just leave the technical area. This restriction will avoid chaotic movement of coaches and substitutes, which can interfere with the referees and players on the field. As a rule, all club representatives sit on the bench. For the movement of the coach and players, there is a sector that is marked with markings. If the coach goes out of this sector, he is given a warning. The technical area also includes a warm-up area for reserve players. They can only prepare for the game in the marked area near the field. It is not uncommon for a technical zone rule to be violated. Impulsive coaches often just dont notice the restrictive markup. The rules of the technical zone are also forgotten when celebrating a goal.
TECHNICAL DEFEAT (TECH GUY) assigning one of the teams a defeat with a score of 0 3 without holding or regardless of the actual result of the game. Often, inappropriate behavior of fans becomes the catalyst for making a decision about a technical defeat. In any case, such verdicts are made after a detailed analysis of the situation. The decision is made by the relevant football governing bodies.
TEMPORADA (SPANISH: TEMPORADA) football season. This term can define the championship of a particular country, or it can be a collective concept that includes all competitions and football events of the season. If we talk about a specific national championship, then the time trial begins with the first round and ends with the last. The number of matches depends on the tournament schedule and the number of teams. All major championships are played using the autumn-spring system. This means that the season starts in late summer or early autumn, and ends in late spring or early summer. As a rule, the season is designated by the start and finish years.
THE BRAZILIAN SYSTEM variant of the game according to the scheme 4 2 4. Attacking scheme of the game, which was once used by the Brazilian national team. Hence the name. Assumes a constant number of defenders. Two midfielders were supposed to complement the defensive functions, as well as transfer the ball to the attacking half of the team. It consisted of four forwards (two central and two extreme). Such a large number of attacking players creates serious problems for the defense of opponents. This game system is based on the principle that the best defense is an attack. The audience likes it. And in general, this is why many people love Brazilian football so much because it is built on attack. Brazil has a lot of talented strikers and, although the game of defenders is also appreciated, but the basis of the game lies in spectacular attacks. For this style, this team was loved by many fans. And even if they didnt specifically support Brazil, they at least liked this team.
THE CLEANER a football player who most often insures his partners when defending the goal. Previously, such players were called liberos. They played the most delayed defender, who was supposed to clean up the flaws of his colleagues and lead the defense. In modern football, the libero position has lost its relevance. However, almost every team has a player who has a little more responsibility in defensive work. Cleaners are great readers of the game. They must anticipate not only the possible actions of the attacking players of the opposing team, but also the possible flaws of their teammates.
THE DOG a popular series of virtual football simulator games. It has been available for personal computers and consoles for more than a decade. In fact, the full name of the game is Pro Evolution Soccer. Abbreviated as PES. Hence the word "dog". The simulator is updated every year. Such aspects as gameplay, realism, game modes, graphics, etc. are improving. Every year the simulator becomes a little better, although veterans of the series often complain that it could have been made cooler. The game is being developed by the Japanese company KONAMI. Only major soccer leagues and cups are available in the simulator. For example, the championships of England, Italy, Spain and France. Many other tournaments dont exist. The most basic mode of the game is career. In this mode, you can select a single command and take full control of it. You will be able to buy new players, train young players, complete seasons and improve the team, gradually bringing it to the championship level. Direct opponent of the Dog in the fight for the title of the best football simulator of FIFA. The competitive series is much better funded, so in recent years it has made a serious leap forward. However, the Dog still has its own bunch of fans. These two simulators differ in game mechanics, controls, features, number of teams and leagues. In general, almost everyone.
THE FAN a fan of a particular team who is very worried about its results and tries in every possible way to support it. Not all people who come to watch a football match are fans. Someone does not support anyone at all, and someone only slightly sympathizes with one side. But a real fan is someone who cares deeply about their team. Sometimes such people can support several teams, but no more. The most zealous fans often sit in special sectors and support their team as passionately as possible. For them, rooting for their team and attending all its games is an integral part of life. Some fans have many years of experience, and may even be personally acquainted with the players.
THE GRENADIERS physically strong and strong football players are tall. Perfect for power combat and aerial duels. Most often, a football player with the data of a grenadier goes to the defenders. Teams need strong and tall defenders, because they are able to hold off the attackers well and win the fight on the second floor. Some strikers are also known for their size. They may not be able to beat defenders gracefully and make high-speed raids, but they are the ones who can create the greatest danger near the opponents goal when making overhangs, throws, and standards. In football, the rules do not forbid to compete for the ball, a little poking shoulders. It is in such a fight that the grenadier has an advantage over others.
THE GUN IS SCARY a football player with a strong kick. This expression was introduced into football slang by Russian commentator Georgy Cherdantsev. It was with these words that he described the blow of the Russian national team player Kolodin. The phrase "terrible cannon" quickly caught on in the football environment. They are called all players who have a well-placed and very strong shot. Under this slang phrase perfectly fits Roberto Carlos. His blows were always compared to a cannon (long before Cherdantsev). "Gun scary" is in almost every team. As a rule, such players play in defense. They are responsible for implementing long-range standards. "Cannons" also like to connect to positional attacks, completing them with blows from a long distance.
THE HAND OF GOD the famous scandalous goal of Diego Maradona, which he scored with his hand against the England national team. This incident occurred during the quarterfinal match of the 1986 FIFA World Cup. At the stadium "Azteca" was scored a goal that went down in history under the name "Hand of God". In the 51st minute of the game, the ball from the English defender ricocheted into his own penalty area. "Round" flew on a high trajectory, and the goalkeeper came out to intercept. However, Argentinian striker Diego Maradona also jumped out, hoping to reach the ball. The striker raised his left arm high and fisted the ball into the goal. The episode was very dynamic. The referee considered that the goal was scored by a head. Despite the protests of the British, the goal was recorded. Later, the Argentine called the gross violation of the rules "The Hand of God". Since then, the phrase has become synonymous in football circles with cheating or scoring a goal with the upper limb.
THE JOKER a substitute player who can seriously change the course of the game. As a rule, the joker is a strong player who sits on the bench and goes out for the last 20 or 30 minutes. Most often, this is a player who is focused on the attack, but if the team needs to keep the result, then the coach may have an experienced defender for this. The advantage of such a player is a large reserve of strength and a fresh look at the game. Some players have the talent to play well if they are released at the end of the match. However, no matter how good this player is, he does not guarantee a change in the result for the better, because he may simply not have enough time to realize a worthwhile moment. Also, the opposing team may have heard about the joker, and therefore the coach of this team can give his wards the task of protecting the dangerous player as tightly as possible.
THE NINE The target is an illusion in a football goal, which is located in the upper left and right corners of the goal. A player who makes a nine-point shot is highly likely to score a goal. The fact is that it is almost impossible for the goalkeeper to jump up and get the ball from the extreme upper corners. This can only be done if the goalkeeper initially stood in a good position or the kick was weak. Hitting a nine from a distant position is also considered very difficult for the goalkeeper. Of course, such shots are loved by everyone who watches football. Even if you dont score a goal, you still have a good impression of such shots. By the way, the ideal implementation of a penalty is considered a strong blow to the nine.
THE OLD LADY the nickname of Juventus Turin, the most popular Italian club. There are many legends that explain the origin of such an original name. The most popular versions are related to the shape and emblem of Juventus, which until the 1930s was similar to a fan. Also, many Juve fans are inclined to believe that " old "reflects the honorary age of the club, and "senora" is a tribute to the memory of senors Agnelli, who led the team for a long time. "Juventus" in Italian is feminine, so is "senora".
THE SIX designation of the goal area, which is located near the bar in the area of its middle. Hitting the right or left six can be attributed to the most difficult for the goalkeeper. Sector six gets its name from a special exercise in which different points are awarded for hitting a certain part of the goal target. If a player hits the ball on target close enough to the post at about an average level, then we can say that he scored the ball in the "six". There is also another numbering of sectors, in which the" six " is called the lower corner of the goal (right or left). This approach has become more popular among both commentators and fans.
THE TWELFTH PLAYER fans supporting their team from the stadium. We must not forget about the support factor in football. Its easier for most teams to play home games when there are a lot of local fans coming to the stadium to cheer for the hosts. Some teams benefit from this, while others, on the contrary, are harmed, because they feel more responsible. But if you take it as a whole, the abundance of their fans brings the team benefits. There are also especially loyal fans who sit in specially designated sectors and often go with the team to away meetings. Well-known European clubs have large stadiums and a large army of fans, resulting in a unique atmosphere at every home match of such teams.
THE UNDERDOG underdog) a team that has a significantly lower chance of winning. As a rule, such teams are noticeably inferior to their opponents in the selection of players, experience and class. The underdog is clearly expressed if teams of different levels meet. The status of an outsider is also clearly visible from the bookmaker quotes. Soccer is a game where favorites dont always win out. That is why underdogs often become sensationalists.
THE WALL GAME a combination of two players, when one passes to the other, and the latter immediately returns the first to the turn. The wall game is so named because in such a combination, in fact, one player plays the role of the wall, that is, he does not take the initiative, but returns the ball to his partner. The wall game often involves a pass into the cut from the player receiving the first gear. Also, the second player can immediately make a run forward after his pass, and the second player will give him a turn. In both cases, there is a so-called wall game.
THIRD HALF the first overtime, which is assigned in case of a draw, if it is necessary to determine the winner. This situation may occur in relegation playoff games or in the second games of two-legged confrontations (if the winner cannot be determined after the second game). In such cases, teams must play two additional halves of 15 minutes each, the first of which is called the "third half". Also, the expression "third half" is used by fans to indicate a showdown between them after the match.
THROW-IN OF THE BALL entering the ball into play by a fielder of one of the teams by throwing his hands from behind his head. The throw-in is made from behind the side and approximately from the same point from which the ball came out. At the same time, the player tries to throw the ball to one of his partners, so that the ball is not intercepted by opponents. In case of an incorrect throw-in, the right to enter passes to another team. Often, after a successful throw-in, you can launch a sharp attack. It all depends on how well the fielder managed to bring the ball into play. If the round goes out of the box near the penalty area, the player can try to throw the ball directly into the goalies area.
TICKS taka practically eliminates a long pass and simple crosses to the center forward. The game is played "to the right". This means that the strike is made only from a favorable position. The attack is very dynamic. Players often and accurately pass the ball to each other, systematically preparing the final shot. For such football, you need to have five or six players with excellent technique and vision of the field. In Guardiolas Barcelona, almost every player had such qualities. The team moved to the other half of the field with almost all field players, which made it possible to weave football "laces"efficiently and efficiently.
TIKI TAKA a soccer strategy game that is based on playing a small pass. The perfect example of a tiki taka was Barcelona under Josep Guardiola. The Catalans number of passes was often three to four times that of their opponents.
TIME LIMIT part of a football match. The game consists of two halves of 45 minutes each. After each half of the game, the referee has the right to add extra time, which should compensate for all stoppages during the match. As a rule, the referee adds 1-2 minutes to the first half. After the second half, the compensated time can reach five minutes or more. It all depends on the duration of stoppages, the number of substitutions, and other factors that interrupt the game (for example, fan behavior). Playoff games do not involve a draw. If no winner has been identified after the end of regular time, the teams will play two additional 15-minute overtimes.
TITULAR first-team player. This term refers to players who are part of the backbone of the team. This means that titularar comes out in the vast majority of games from the first minutes. Rotation is often used in clubs that fight on multiple fronts. However, even in such teams there are 5-6 players who play in almost every match. It is not uncommon for a player to lose the title of titular player. This can happen due to an injury or losing the fight to a competitor for a place in the base. Star players in almost any team become players of the starting line-up. The money spent is a guarantee of getting the player into the base. Therefore, such players are initially titulars. Although this status, of course, requires constant confirmation.
TOE CLEATS the front of a soccer shoe. As a rule, it is slightly narrower than the back one. With the toe of their cleats, the players on the field make some passes and kicks. Hitting the ball with the toe is not as accurate as other methods, but sometimes it is more convenient in a particular situation. For example, when an attacker needs to reach the ball, he will try to do it with his toe in order to somehow make a hit.
TORSIDA football fans. This concept is more often used to describe especially loyal fans of the team. However, it also applies to the general definition of fans. Initially, the term was used in relation to Brazilian football fans. Later, "torsides" appeared all over the world. This word is often used by TV commentators to represent the support groups of teams that meet. A beautiful definition has taken root in the post-Soviet space as well. Fan groups often refer to themselves as "torcida".
TOTAL SOCCER a tactic in which a player can play any position at a certain moment. At the same time, the overall team structure practically does not change. Total football has become a catalyst for the development of universalism. This philosophy of the game implies constant movement of players on the field. At the same time, the player must play well in defense, in creation, and in the final stage. Total football has completely changed the principles of the game. Increased demands were made on football players. In this philosophy of football, the player must move dynamically on the field, performing various functions. This requires good endurance, high speed and extensive technical equipment. It is believed that the founders of total football are the Dutch. However, for the first time the outlines of this style appeared in the game of the Hungarian national team. Later, Ajax Amsterdam honed the total principles of the game. The peak of the development of total philosophy is associated with Johan Cruyff. It was this player who became the symbol of total football.
TRANSFER SERVICE transfer of a football player from one team to another, which is accompanied by a cash payment. Simply put, one club buys a player from another club. As a rule, the buyer sends a request for a specific player. After that, the club owner announces the approximate cost of the player. During the negotiation process, the interests of the player himself, possible bonus payments and other nuances are taken into account. Agents play an important role in preparing a transfer. They are the link between the player and the employers. Almost every team has a scout service that works to strengthen the squad. Club managers are offered a list of necessary purchases. Often, the teams coach has the most powerful opinion. After that, work begins on the implementation of transfers of the necessary players. Naturally, many transitions are disrupted. The parties cannot agree on the price of the football player or on other points of the transaction. Often, the buyer conducts parallel negotiations with the player and with his club. All contractual nuances are resolved with the player, and the price and payment procedure are negotiated with the club.
TRANSFER WINDOW the period in the season when transfers of football players are allowed. There are two such windows-summer and winter. Transfer periods are clearly regulated. In some countries, the windows are shifted relative to the generally accepted dates. The reason for this may be a different competition schedule or schedule (for example, spring and autumn). Clubs can agree on the transfer of a player at any time. However, you can only make a deal during the transfer window. Often, the opening of the transfer window is not characterized by much excitement. Clubs and players start haggling. The cost of a player at the beginning of trading can be inflated. As a rule, agents spread information about the serious demand for their client. Most sellers clubs operate on this principle. Closer to the deadline (closing of the transfer window), the parties begin to look for compromises. It is at this time that most transfers are made.
TREBLE a team wins three major trophies in one season. This number must necessarily include the national championship, the national cup and the continental trophy (Champions League or Europa League in Europe, Copa Libertadores in South America, etc.) Treble is a very serious achievement, which is subject exclusively to great teams. Only such teams are able to successfully fight on several fronts at once. Even among the European grandees, few clubs can boast trebles. You can mention Barcelona, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Inter Milan in this context.
TREQUARTISTA a player who is the link between defense and attack. This term comes from the Italian language. These players are also called playmakers. The trequartista is not a strong defensive or offensive player. This is a game constructor that is responsible for building an attack and getting out of defense. Trequartista makes a large number of transfers. The whole game is built through this player. In addition, the playmaker can perform the lions share of standards. The classic trequartista sees the field perfectly, reads the game perfectly, has an accurate pass at any distance and has good technical equipment. Andrea Pirlo, Zinedine Zidane, and Ronaldinho have all been great trequartists.
TROPHY the main award of any football tournament. As a rule, the term "trophy" is often used to refer to the cup. This can be any competition, the winner of which is awarded a special award in the form of a cup (Champions League, Europa League, national cups, etc.) The trophy can also be medals of the national championship. Moreover, in many countries, in addition to medals, the champion is awarded a special prize (for example, a salad bowl in the German championship). Thus, in the national championship, teams also compete for the trophy, as well as in cup tournaments. This means that the "trophy hunt" is an effort to win any competition in the football season. At the end of the tournament, the winning team becomes the full owner of the trophy. Each of these won prizes will certainly get on the stands of the club museum.
TSENTRBEK a defender who plays in the central zone. As a rule, centerbacks play in pairs. They must counteract serves, shots and passes into the penalty area. In mediocre teams, centerbacks focus exclusively on defensive actions. However, in stronger clubs, the functions of the central defender are expanded. Centerbacks are constantly connected to attacks, creating a numerical advantage in the central zone. In addition, dimensional protectors are indispensable when meeting standards. The ideal centerback should have an accurate long pass. This significantly increases the variability of the team when going from defense to offense. A great centerback must have good physical characteristics and must read the game perfectly. Often, defenders are inferior in speed to attacking players. That is why they are required to choose the perfect position on the field. Only in this case can the centerback effectively counteract the technical and fast forward. Another important requirement is the ability to play with your head. Centerbacks are the owners of their own penalty area. To do this, you need to "remove" all riding feeds.
UEFA (UNION OF EUROPEAN FOOTBALL ASSOCIATIONS) an organization that manages all aspects of football in Europe and parts of Western Asia. UEFAs responsibilities include the following points: organization of club tournaments; organization of tournaments for national teams; distribution of funds that come from advertising and television broadcasts. UEFA was founded in 1954. It includes more than 50 national associations. The organization itself is an integral part of FIFA, being its main and most influential member. The main tournament of national teams under the auspices of UEFA is the European Championship.
VAN BASTEN PUNCH the blow that the Dutchman hit the goal of the USSR national team in the final of the European Championship. This goalscoring is included in all the ratings of the most beautiful and spectacular goals. Van Bastens punch is incredibly beautiful and complex. Each such goal is necessarily compared with the original.
VANISHING SPRAY a special aerosol agent used by the referee to mark the point for breaking through the standard position and the place for building the wall. After spraying, the spray turns into foam. After a while, the marks disappear. The vanishing spray was invented by Brazilian inventor Heine Allemagne. The enthusiast named his brainchild "Spuny". Already in 2001, this unique tool was used at the professional level (Joao Avelange Cup, Brazil). The judges from the first matches evaluated the advantages of "Spuny". In 2014, a fresh version of the spray "9 15" was used at the World Cup in Brazil. Approximately 80% of the vanishing spray consists of water. Another important element is butane (about 20 %). Also in the composition there are surfactants and some other ingredients. When the referee presses the valve, butane is sprayed onto the surface of the field. In this case, small droplets are formed, the surface of which is covered with water. Then the butane evaporates, and the water and other components either evaporate or are absorbed into the lawn.
VARYAG a legionnaire who plays for a team outside of their national championship. In modern football, it is almost impossible to meet mono-national clubs. Player migration is quite dynamic. Each championship has its own rules that apply to foreigners. We are talking about their number on the field or in the application. Some national championships work according to the 4+7 scheme. In this case, no more than seven Varangian legionnaires can be on the field at the same time. There are also more loyal regulations. Legionnaires often strengthen those positions where it is difficult to find players among "their own". The reason may be insufficient qualification of homegrown football players or too high a price.
VATOKAT the match is very low quality with a minimum of interesting moments, when both teams do not seek to seize the advantage and stir up the game. This phenomenon often happens when teams have already decided everything in the tournament plan and the match between them becomes a formality. Sometimes they play great football in these games, but some teams just play 90 minutes to save energy. Such matches are very disliked by fans who expect at least some kind of revival. But theres nothing you can do about it: if a team initially doesnt want to play, then it cant be forced to do so during the match. Sometimes random goals can occur in such matches, but in general, these events do not leave any impression.
VICE CHAMPION the team that managed to take second place in the cup or championship. She is content with silver medals. Second place is always a bit of a shame, considering that the first place wasnt far away. But here you still need to keep in mind the strength of the team that became the vice-champion. For example, for a top-division middleweight, second place may be an unprecedented success, while for a former champion it may be a failure. If we talk about the cup format of the competition, then, having made it to the final, the team is already considered at least a vice-champion. In the leagues, you will have to compete for this place by spending a certain number of rounds. For the second place in the championship, a team from the leading European championships next year enters the European Cup (directly or it is given the opportunity to participate in the qualification).
VRATARSKAYA SQUARE a small square located in the penalty area, next to the goal. There is an opinion that attacking the goalkeeper in this square is prohibited. If a player collides with the goalkeeper in the goalies office, the referee is likely to record a violation on his part, and may even give a yellow card. When the ball goes into the goalkeepers hands, there is often no need to try to fight it, because there is more than a 95% chance that the situation will be resolved in favor of the goalkeeper.
VSHT higher School of Coaches, which operates at the Russian State University of Physical Culture. This educational institution has produced many well-known domestic coaches. The school was active in Soviet times. VSHT trains Category C trainers. With this diploma, you can work with regional or childrens teams. The level of teaching in the Higher School of Coaches remains at a fairly high level.
WHIPPING BOYS a team that is obviously weaker than its opponent. Teams of different levels often meet on the football field. In this case, the weaker one is often referred to as whipping boys. The outcome of such a match is almost a foregone conclusion. The only question that remains open is how many goals will fly into the outsiders net. It should be understood that pre-match forecasts do not always correspond to the actual result. Sometimes the obviously weaker team provides good resistance to the favorite. Even if she loses, its not with a crushing score.
WICKET GATE a soccer goal that the goalkeeper defends. The word is actively used by Russian fans and commentators. If they say that the game was played in one wicket, then the match was dominated by one team, which scored goals. In professional football, the size of the goal is clearly defined and is 7.32 meters long and 2.44 meters wide. Thus, the goalkeeper must be tall enough to be able to jump to any point. Of course, everything depends not only on the goalkeeper, but also on the actions of the attackers and defenders. Some very accurate and strong shots are simply impossible to take, and sometimes the attacker hits from very close range, literally shooting the goal.
WINGER an extreme midfielder who plays almost the entire length of the right or left edge. It is mainly aimed at attack. The main task of a winger is to constantly create danger on his flank. He can do this with passes, cross-overs, crosses, attempts to beat the opponents extreme defender and pass along the edge. The position of wingers is usually occupied by fast and hardy players. A winger in some cases can even be called a right or left defender, who thinks more about the attack and often moves forward. Talented extreme midfielders create a lot of problems defending opponents, constantly throwing the ball into the penalty area and creating a dangerous environment there.
WORLD CUP FIFA World Cup. The most important tournament in football, held once every four years. The hype surrounding the FIFA World Cup is huge-this is the most anticipated event in the football world. 32 national teams will take part in the final part of this tournament. Before that, the teams qualify for the World Cup. In the very final part, they are divided into 8 groups of 4 teams. At the end of three rounds, the top two teams advance from their respective groups, while the rest leave the championship. After that, the elimination stage begins, which starts from 1/8. If the teams do not decide the winner within 90 minutes of the game, then extra time is assigned. After that, there is a penalty shootout, which will definitely reveal the lucky ones. Winning the World Cup is an incredibly prestigious and high achievement that will forever remain in football history.
YOURE BURNING UP a hint to the player by his teammates that an opponent is approaching him in order to take the ball. Sometimes the player who owns the ball doesnt fully see the situation. He may not be aware that the ball is about to be taken away from him. In such cases, the closest partners shout out the word. Most often, a football player immediately tries to make a pass to his teammates in order to avoid losing the ball. These hints help players see the game through the eyes of their teammates and improve team interaction.
ZIDANES FEINT the famous circular motion of a French football player. Zinedine quite often used this deceptive move, leaving his rivals out of business. To perform a Zidane feint, you must stop the ball with your near foot or roll it to the support foot. After that, you need to change the reference point and make a circular movement with the body (almost in the range of 360 degrees). With the released foot, the ball is directed in the desired direction. It turns out a kind of pinwheel, and control of the ball passes from one foot to the other. With such an effective technique, you can dramatically change the trajectory of movement or get away from the collective selection of the ball. The French genius with Algerian roots was not the first performer of such a feint. However, it was Zidane who brought this deceptive move to perfection.
a cup a cup or any other prize awarded to the winners of the competition. The English word " cup " has several meanings, including both a cup and a cup. That is why a similar slang expression has appeared in the post-Soviet space. The definition of" cup " includes prizes from any football tournament. This can be the Champions League, Europa League, national championships, national cups, etc. For example, you can say "it is likely that this year the Champions League Cup will be in the hands of Manchester".
actress a slang expression that refers to a frequently simulating athlete. In game sports, simulation is not uncommon. A sufficiently large number of players simulate violations of the rules on the part of the opponent, which makes it possible for simulators to dishonestly earn a standard or warning for the opponent. This happens especially often in the penalty area. In football, an eleven-yard shot is considered a 100% goalscoring moment. That is why attacking players often "draw" violations in the hope of a penalty. If the judge notices a simulation ,the "actress" gets a warning. There are many well-known players who have established a reputation as simulators. Sports fans very often apply the term "actress"to them.
attic a sports slang expression that means the top of the standings. It is very often used among football fans to determine the list of teams that are in the leading positions. To climb or fly "to the attic" means to break through to a high place. Each championship has a set of teams that are regulars of the "attic". However, they can lose their positions at any time. Then we can say that the grand flew (or fell) from the attic.
base 11 team players (10 fielders and a goalkeeper) who most often enter the field as part of their own team. The basis is determined by the coaching staff, based on the functional training of players, their psychological state and form. Playing at the base means going to almost every match as part of your team. The main players are replaced only if they need rest or are injured. Another reason may be disqualification. Naturally, only the strongest players that the team has are included in the base. The rest are in the reserve or reserve team. For a place in the base of the team, players must compete. The winner is the one who shows a more confident game in a series of matches. A team can have a so-called implicit basis, when there are many strong players for some positions and therefore they often change. For example, a team has a primary goalkeeper. Hes been playing well and hasnt suffered any injuries all season. Then the reserve goalkeeper will appear at most in 3 or 4 rounds of the championship or for unimportant matches. It is still important for the coach to give game practice to such players so that they are also in normal shape and can replace the main players in case of anything.
basement the lower part of the standings of any championship. A place in the basement is considered in football a sign of a teams weak performance during the season. As a rule, the last 2 or 3 positions mean direct relegation from the division at the end of the season, and the places slightly higher are not prestigious, but they keep the team in this league. The basement is usually considered the last 5-6 positions in the standings. Teams located in the basement have a lot of defeats, and in most cases they have a negative goal difference. A place in the basement will not be considered a failure if the team was initially considered a complete outsider. On the contrary, for some clubs, even keeping their registration in the current division is considered a good achievement.
bus a tactic in team sports where the main goal is to protect your own goal. This strategy has become quite popular. This term is especially ingrained in relation to football matches. Teams that are not sure of their attacking potential concentrate all their strength in defense. As a rule, these are several lines of players who play as tightly as possible in their own penalty area and near it. This tactic is typical for matches in which the result has far-reaching consequences. In this case, even teams with a good selection of players can fully immerse themselves in defense. Naturally, bus is a rather approximate and generalized term. There are many coaches who completely ignore the possibility of counterattacking actions. From such teams, you can expect to go from defense to attack through long passes and a special emphasis on standards. Better teams can adjust their tactical patterns quite dynamically, sometimes switching from the bus to the fast counter attack mode. In any case, the "bus" tactic involves the participation of all field players in defensive actions. This type of football is characterized by a team selection of the ball, a large number of takeaways and a relatively low speed of play (with the exception of the speed of counterattacks).
captain an experienced football player who enters the field with the captains armband. He is one of the leaders of his team. As a rule, this is one of the strongest and most experienced players in the team, who enjoys authority among teammates and the coaching staff. He has the right to talk to the chief arbitrator and appeal on any issues. The captain is most often a fairly old player who has played many matches for his team. If the coach replaces the captain, he gives his armband to another player. One team does not necessarily have to always put the same player as the captain, as it can have multiple players for this role. In other clubs, there is a clear leader who can give up his armband only if he misses matches due to injury or disqualification.
collar this is sometimes called a goalkeeper, that is, a player who defends the goal of his team. This word is rarely used by commentators and fans. For us, the words goalkeeper and goalkeeper are much more familiar. This is a unique player in the team who does not play in the field. He usually doesnt run out of his own box. The player in professional football always puts gloves on his hands, because this is the only player who is allowed to catch the ball and hit it with his hands (but only in his own penalty area). The goalies main goal is to keep his goal dry. The value of the goalkeeper or the collar in football is very high. This players mistake can play a key role in any football match.
concrete a very defensive version of the game, in which the maximum number of players from one team stand up to defend their own goal. This style of play is often resorted to when it is necessary to keep an acceptable result from the last effort. In this case, even the attackers can defend their own goal. The team completely forgets about attacks and completely concentrates on defending their possessions. The higher the status and importance of the match, the greater the chance that the team will hold an acceptable result. Concrete tactics are considered one of the most reliable, but you need to understand that in this case the team will hardly be able to score more and can only hope that the opponent will not be able to overcome the redoubts of defense. Often this game option is beneficial, but not always. It all depends on how smoothly and competently the team is able to go into a deep defense. This style of play is often disliked by fans, as it is characterized by a small number of dangerous attacks and punches. But the result in football is sometimes much more important than the spectacle, so we have to watch this style.
cotton a match in which there were very few interesting moments. Often cotton wool is called matches without goals scored. However, not all of them. For example, 1 or 2 goals can be scored in one game, but these may be almost the only interesting moments for the entire meeting. Conversely, a goalless draw can be characterized by a large number of shots on goal, violations, struggles, standard positions and other moments. In other words, the number of goals does not always determine the quality of a match. But fans call matches of poor quality cotton wool.
cup a tournament that is either entirely held according to the Olympic system, or whose decisive matches are held according to it. For example, the Champions League, the UEFA Cup, the Cup Winners Cup, the World Cup, individual country cups-a symbolic grand prize awarded to the winner of the competition
cut an empty space between two players (usually defenders). Such free zones are used by the attacking team for penetrating passes. Defenders play either in a line or individually. In any case, during a match, defensive players are often located at a distance from each other, forming free zones. These spaces are called "cuts". The passer must pass the ball between the players so that none of the opponents can reach it faster than the partner. For this transmission, you must have a clear view of the field. In addition, the destination must have a good starting speed. Commentators and football fans often use the term "cut". Such phrases are very common: "gave a pass in the opposite direction", "cut off all the defense", "excellent cutting pass".
dog a midfielder who performs exclusively the functions of a destroyer. Such players practically do not participate in the attack of their team. Dogs have a strong grip. They are great at picking up the ball and intercepting opponents passes. The dog is an active defensive midfielder who performs a huge amount of work. To do this, you need to be very hardy and have a strong character. Often the brightest trait of dogs is the highest dedication. Edgar Davids and Genaro Gattuso are among the tenacious defensive players.
drain delivery of the game for a cash reward or by prior arrangement. Match-fixing is not uncommon in professional sports. There are special bodies to combat this phenomenon in football. Often, a clear lack of wrestling is called a drain. As a rule, one of the teams for unknown reasons loses a huge number of martial arts and practically does not show a desire to achieve a positive result. Unfair matches are often calculated by strange bets in bookmakers. Match-fixing is also used to solve tournament problems. For example, a team from the middle of the table merges an outsider so that he retains a place in the elite. The term "drain" can be heard in the context of the difficult relationship between players and the coach. They often say " the coach is being drained." This means that the players are clearly not giving their best at 100 %, which causes a number of unsatisfactory results. The purpose of such a demarche may be the dismissal or resignation of the mentor.
draw the result of a football match when no winner is identified. In this case, the scoreboard will always have the same numbers on both sides. A draw is the least expected outcome of a match, which still happens very often. A draw is difficult to predict, because most fans tend to give the advantage to one of the teams. If the match ends with an equal score, then the teams receive one point each. This is better than nothing, but winning is still preferable, so teams sometimes prefer to take risks to snatch a full three points. If we are talking about elimination matches, then the game cannot end in a draw, because the winner must be determined without fail. In this case, an additional two halves of 15 minutes are assigned. If they do not reveal the winner, a penalty shootout is awarded. As a rule, viewers dont like a goalless draw. Such matches are boring. If both teams score more than two goals, then such a draw is called a combat draw. In the history of football, such results are known as 3: 3, 4: 4, etc. As you can see, even a match that ended in a draw can be very interesting.
dwarf one of Lionel Messis nicknames. The football player was so called because of his short stature. Also, few people know that as a child, Lionel had serious growth problems and if not for the great football talent that representatives of the Catalan Barcelona noticed in him, he could have remained a dwarf for life. Sometimes the word "dwarf" is used in the context of other short football players, whose height is less than 170 cm.
edge the side edge of the field. The edge is the right and left side edges. If the ball goes out of bounds, it means that one of the teams will re-enter the ball. On the sideline, you can often see flanking players of defenders, midfielders or strikers. From the edge, you can make a good cross into the penalty area, which is observed in almost every match. Behind the edge of the field is a side judge who helps the chief referee deal with offsides and violations that occurred close to the edge of the field. Reserve players, the coach and other team representatives are allowed to stand behind the sideline. A player who is injured as a result of a violation or fall can be taken out of the side to help him.
electric train a term that has been adopted by high-speed players. As a rule, these are extreme attackers or midfielders with high starting and distance speed. However, such "commuter trains" are often placed at the forefront of the attack. Their speed allows them to break out into operational space, avoiding offside. The pace of football is constantly increasing. That is why the speed of a football player is one of the most important characteristics. Today, perhaps, every good team has an "electric train" in its composition.
exit an away match for a team when it plays at the home stadium of its opponent. Away matches have always been more difficult for any team than home matches. First, in this case, the players receive much less support from the stadium. Of course, the most loyal fans of the team travel with it everywhere, but the number of fans from the host side is much larger. Secondly, playing in a foreign stadium may be unusual for players, because they train in different conditions, although the guest team is allowed to hold several training sessions on site before the match starts. Although in general statistics show that playing away is a slightly more losing option than at home, there are some teams that play no worse, and sometimes even better, on the road than at their home stadium. The reason may be that the team has less responsibility and plays more relaxed. Losing away is not such a shameful result, unlike losing at home.
football the most popular game in the world. Millions of fans constantly follow the leading championships and worry about their favorite teams. Many of these people can be safely called pedophiles.
frame gates (yard slang)
gates metal rectangular structure consisting of a crossbar, two bars and a net. For professional football, the official goal dimensions are 7.32 meters long and 2.44 meters high. To hit the goal, it is not necessary for the ball to touch the net, it is enough for the ball to completely cross the line parallel to the crossbar (goal line). Sometimes just from the crossbar, the ball can fly into the goal. Often there are controversial questions in connection with the goal, when it is not completely clear whether the ball has crossed the line or not. It can be very difficult for the main referee to judge such moments, and the sidelines here do not always clearly see the moment. Therefore, a system of video replays has recently been introduced, which gives 99% accurate results. If the ball hits the crossbar or bar, the goal does not count, so the goal frame is often called the goalkeepers friend.
hang make a canopy (riding gear) into the penalty area. This element of football is one of the most common and important. As a rule, the horse pass follows in the direction of the tall players of the attacking line. You can shoot into the penalty area from the game or from the standard. Most corner kicks end up with overhangs. This option is also suitable for performing a free kick when a dangerous direct shot on goal is not possible. The perfect canopy is out of reach of the goalkeeper. In addition, the ball must necessarily fly over the first defender. In this case, partners can impose a struggle in the right sector and successfully close the canopy.
hole This is what football fans call a goal or a bad goalkeeper. Slang is used only among fans, as well as in domestic football. The main goal of the attackers is to hit the opponents goal. Defenders, on the contrary, tend to divert the threat away from their possessions. As you can see from these simple thoughts, the whole game of football depends directly on the ball and the goal. The goalkeeper is the one who stands on the hole. He must protect his possessions and try not to miss the ball beyond the goal line. In professional football, the goal has a fixed length and height and is a solid metal frame with two bars, one crossbar and a net. Also, fans call a low-level goalkeeper who concedes a lot of goals a hole.
kara four goals scored by a player in one match. Four goals scored by one player in one football match is always a very interesting phenomenon. If we take into account that even the best striker on average scores 0.5-1 goal per game, then quads can be attributed to very rare football events. Most often, in one football season in some productive championship, you can see 2 3 squares, but no more. To achieve this, you need the right conditions. The opposing team must have clearly had a very bad day. Square is possible only in two cases: either in matches with a total defeat of one team, or in very combat matches, where many goals fly into the goal of each team.
kitchen-garden the lawn is of poor quality. The quality of turf in professional football is given a lot of attention. If the lawn is too bad, then the field may even be banned from hosting football matches. Basically, this situation is observed on those football fields where the lawn has not changed for many years, because modern technologies allow you to lay a soft artificial lawn that is more similar in its properties to natural grass.
kristina so call the Portuguese football player Cristiano Ronaldo his haters. The fact is that at the beginning of his career, Cristiano was known for his ability to simulate and fall even from minor collisions with defenders. Some fans did not like it very much, so they invented this nickname for the football player. Although over time, Cristiano stopped using simulations to achieve results, the dislike of some fans for him is still alive. Therefore, they call almost every fall a simulation.
league the same as the division. A league is a collection of teams that play in the same league. The championship is held every season and these clubs compete for places in the standings. Almost every country has its own football league, and more than one. For example, in England or Germany there are dozens of leagues. The highest prestige in any country is enjoyed by the highest league, where the strongest teams play. It is followed by the second, third, and so on.Teams that take the first places in their respective leagues at the end of the season are promoted to the next ranked league. The winners of the highest division, which is also called the national championship, of course, do not go anywhere, since there is nowhere higher. Winning the national championship is a huge honor and goal of any football club.
main a team player who plays in the main part of his team in his own position. The word is sometimes used when commenting on the progress of a game or announcing the composition of a team. Instead of the first and last name of a football player, commentators use nicknames, as well as roles. For example, the main defender is a football player who plays at the base of the defensive line of his team. So, he has established himself as one of the best defenders in his team and, accordingly, deserves to play at the base.
malingerer a player who simulates a violation of the rules by an opponent. Unfortunately, this is a fairly common phenomenon in professional football. Many players try to get a penalty for their opponent or earn a dangerous standard. To do this, they can drop picturesquely or artistically indicate to the referee the seriousness of the foul. The rules of football impose a penalty for simulation. A player who tries to cheat the referee must receive a warning. However, football is a very dynamic game. Often the judge sees the episode from an uncomfortable angle. That is why simulations have become almost an integral part of modern football. Very often, players simulate in the penalty area. If the referee turns out to be inattentive, the simulant can earn a penalty for his team. However, the referees are very scrupulous about falls in the penalty area. Moreover, in some tournaments, there are additional judges behind the goal, which help to avoid incorrect decisions of the main referee.
own goal a goal scored in your own goal. An own goal is most often found in football. However, this phenomenon is typical for almost all team sports. If the ball hits the goal from its own player, an own goal is recorded. In some cases, the goal is still recorded on the player of the attacking team. For example, if the rebound "from your own" was insignificant, and the ball was already going into the goal. On the scoreboard, an own goal is marked with a special mark, which indicates that the player scored the ball in his own goal. The same mark can be observed in TV broadcasts.
pants a piece of football equipment that is essentially shorts. In the course of the evolution of the form, the underpants changed their appearance. There were times when football players wore short athletic shorts. Then baggy wide-leg shorts came into fashion. Today, this piece of equipment provides maximum freedom and comfort of movement. At the same time, the underpants have an average length and size. The color of football pants should be monophonic. It often contrasts with the color of the T-shirt, but it can also be identical. Quite a lot of teams choose a dark color. These underpants are suitable for almost any color scheme and design of the upper part of the ammunition. Often, the number of the football player is duplicated on the underpants. This simplifies the work of field referees and football commentators.
pentacampeon Brazil national football team. So it is called because the Brazilians have won the FIFA World Cup 5 times. The Brazilian national team is currently the leader in the number of wins at the World Championships. The number five is pronounced penta in Latin. After winning the World Cup in 2002, Brazilians began to be called pentacampeons. In fact, this command name is temporary. As soon as the Brazilian national team wins the sixth trophy, this name can no longer be applied to it. On the other hand, other national teams are close to becoming pentacampeons. However, perhaps the word "pentacampeons" has become as associated with the Brazilian national team as the main nickname "selesao".
point the mark from which the penalty kick is taken. The point is located at a distance of 11 meters from the middle of the goal line. During the penalty shootout, players of both teams are not allowed to be in the sector outlined by the arc in front of the penalty area, and inside the penalty area itself. In the football world, the expression "the referee pointed to a point" is very common. This means that the referee ordered an eleven-yard kick. Any violation of the rules within the penalty area is punishable by a penalty kick. During the execution of the kick, the ball must be located within the marking that marks the "point".
post a type of central striker. Such forwards are perfectly physically developed, which allows them to play at the expense of power and size. In addition, the posts must cover the ball well with the body and play well with the head. The presence of the "pillar" on the field determines the tactics of the team. In this case, emphasis is placed on riding and long gears, as well as on standards.
puddle 1) in fan slang, the Luzhniki stadium in Moscow is called a puddle 2) a section of a football field that contains a large amount of water as a result of heavy rain. In Russian football, this word sometimes refers to the Luzhniki Stadium — one of the largest stadiums in the country, which was built more than sixty years ago. The second value is used all over the world. In modern football, puddles rarely appear on the fields, but if there is heavy and prolonged rain during the match, then such areas may appear on the field. The game on such a field is much slower, because the water slows down the ball and the free movement of the players. In this case, the referee may even decide to stop the match.
rainbow technical throwing of the ball over your head. This feint is done in the course of movement. The balls trajectory is an arc (hence the name). First, one foot makes a spade for the ball. The second gently rolls the "round" in the area of the calf muscle of the front. At the moment when the ball is fixed between both legs, the body continues to move forward. At this time, the back surface of the front leg slightly knocks the ball up. While the ball is hovering in the air, the heel of either foot can set a "rainbow" trajectory. The "round" must completely fly over the player and land in front of him. From the outside, the Rainbow feint looks like a monolithic and smooth movement. However, for such a visual experience, each element must be made perfectly. "Rainbow" is quite difficult to see during professional matches. This feint is more related to the trick art of football.
removal ban the player from continuing to stay in the game. The referee shows the player a red card and asks the player to leave the field. At the same time, the team finishes the match already in a reduced composition. Sending off is one of the most serious punishments in football. The reason for such a radical decision may be a gross foul, a last-ditch foul, a second yellow card, or a blatant violation of sports ethics. A gross foul is a violation of the rules that could result in a serious injury to the player. As a rule, red cards are punished for tackles from behind, dangerous play with a straight leg and other similar fouls. A last-ditch foul is a violation by which a player disrupts a clear scoring opportunity. For example, when a defender does not stop the one-on-one exit according to the rules or deflects the ball sent to the goal with his hand. Very often, violations of the rules in the penalty area are equated with a foul of the last hope. In this case, in addition to awarding a penalty, the player receives a red card. Removal can be earned not only by players who are on the field. For excessive impulsiveness and nervousness, coaches and reserve players are often removed.
rent transfer of a certain player from one team to another for a certain period of time and for a certain fee. The rights to the player remain with the first team. During a loan, one team gives one of its players to another club for a while. The second club pays her the agreed rent. After a certain period of time, the player returns to his home team, unless additional conditions are specified in the lease agreement. Teams usually rent out players whose services they temporarily do not need or who can be replaced by others. Often, leases are held to allow younger players to get more playing experience in clubs with less competition. For such clubs, renting is a good opportunity to get talented players for a small amount of money.
replacement the decision of the head coach of the team, after which one player leaves the field, and the other enters it. A player can be replaced for various reasons. Most often, a player simply gets tired of playing, and the coach replaces him with another, more recent one. The second reason is a bad game of a football player. Third forced substitution, when a player is seriously injured and unable to continue the match. A substitute player does not have to have the same position and role as the one who leaves the field. Sometimes coaches use a striker instead of a defender to go all in and throw more power into the attack, and sometimes the opposite happens. In official matches, it is allowed to make 3 substitutions in one game. At the same time, they can be made at any time, even if it is not prohibited by the rules in the last minute of the match. Tactical substitutions are just made in the last minutes in order to stall for time and keep the desired result. If the coach has used all substitutions, and one of his players is injured and cannot continue playing, then he no longer has the right to release another player in his place, and the team will have to play in the minority. If the goalkeeper is injured, the team will have to put one of the field players on the goal. In friendly matches, you can often make 5-10 substitutions.
scissors a kick in a fall through itself, when the players legs cross in the air, and the ball flies over his head. Self-kick is a difficult and dangerous type of kick that requires good technique. You should also understand that landing occurs on your back, so it can be quite tough. This is also why we dont see such a blow very often in professional football. Much more often scissors can be seen in beach soccer. Football players hit through themselves if they cant send the ball in the right direction in any other way. For example, if the striker has his back to the goal, but faces the ball, then there is a chance that he will use this shot. A defender can use scissors to move the ball off the line or kick it away from his goal.
season a term that defines the entire cycle of a particular football tournament. As a rule, this word is used in the context of national championships (for example, the Spanish Championship of the 2008-2009 season). Also, the term "season" can be a collective concept that combines all football tournaments of the same time period. You can often hear such phrases: "the champion of last season", "this season the team did not go well", "the club finished the season before last in second place" , etc. The term describes a specific time period, which is most often defined by two dates (the start year and the end year of the season).
soccer alternative name for football in countries where this sport is not included in the most popular cohort. This term is especially common in the United States. It is here that European football is called a socceroo. Many football fans negatively perceive the name "socker" for their favorite sport. However, there is nothing offensive here. The reason is quite banal. In America, football is called a completely different game (American football), which is a national sport. So we had to invent a different name for European football.
stadium Sports facility,match venue.
standard one of the standard positions in the game is a corner kick, free kick or free kick
star a popular and famous football player who is easily recognized among others. To become a football star, a player needs to go a long way. Most famous football players have become such, playing for the strongest teams in the world and achieving good results with them. Any player can become a star, regardless of his position on the field. There are many famous players in the history of football. Many have long since retired. Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Dino Zoff, Fabio Cannavaro, Ronaldo — all these are football stars from different eras.
