Soccer Lingo50/50 ball--when the ball is in a position that either team has a chance of getting to first and gaining possession.
chip--to lift or kick the ball in the air.
clear--when the defensive team kicks the ball far away from the goal.
cross--to kick or "center" the ball from near the sidelines of the field into the center (usually ball is kicked in the air).
defenders--also called fullbacks, players who try to prevent the other team from scoring, usually includes two outside fullbacks, a stopper (center fullback), and a sweeper (see definition below).
direct kick--see rules above
dribble--a technique used by players to advance the ball with his/her feet, also used to keep possession of the ball against defensive pressure.
drop ball--when the referee is uncertain about a foul or out-of-bounds call a drop ball is implemented to restart play. The ball is dropped between two opposing players. The ball must hit the ground before either player kicks it.
forwards--players who primary purpose is to score goals. Includes left and right wing and center stricker(s).
give and go--player with ball passes to teammate runs into open space (often for a return pass)
goal-side--a position in which a defender is between the ball and his or her goal.
hat trick--three goals scored in one game by one player.
in-direct kick--see rules above.
juggling--a technique that describes keeping the ball off the ground. A player can juggle by using the feet, thighs, chest, head and top of the shoulders.
marking--when a player defends or covers an opponent.
midfielders--also called halfbacks, these players support the forwards, shoot on goal, and also play defense.
nutmeg--when a player pushes the ball between the legs of a defender.
off-side--see rules above.
passing lane--a position in which a player is able to receive a pass without the ball being intercepted by an opponent.
square pass--a pass made straight across the playing field (one that doesn’t go forward or backward).
stopper --the center defender, the player(s) who defend or mark the opposing teams center forward.
striker--another name for forwards, usually the center forward.
support--a position of help, players are in support when they are open for a pass.
sweeper--usually the last defender, player behind the other defenders.
tackle--to win possession of the ball; to dispossess an opponent of the ball.
throw-in--players use this technique to restart play when a ball goes out of bounds over a sideline. See rules above.
trap--to settle or control the ball.
wingers--attacking players or forwards who play near the sidelines or flanks (left-wing or right-wing).
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