Screamers, Howlers, & Nutmegs: Soccer Slang

Screamers, Howlers, & Nutmegs: Soccer Slang

Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, I know, I know. Soccer should be called FOOTBALL. You might even consider the word 'soccer' as a form of slang that Canadians and Americans use to refer to the sport that the rest of the world calls FOOTBALL. Do you know the difference between a scudetto and a gaffer? If none of these questions get past you, consider yourself to have earned a clean sheet. Let's go!

In extra-time in a soccer game, when the team that scores 1st wins is called:

Slang term for a soccer move putting the ball through the legs of an opposing player:

An embarrassing error made by a goalie is sometimes called a:

Term that describes a soccer team's supporters doing a celebratory dance:

Term that descirbes a team playing very defensively/no intent of attacking:

Term to describe a goal in soccer where the ball did not fully cross the line:

In soccer, what is it called when someone scores a goal from long distance?

What is a slang term for scoring 2 goals in a soccer game?

Term that descbes a team that made a remarkable comeback or turnaround

Soccer term to describe a player well-versed in taking free kicks:

Term that describes a player scoring a goal in his own team's net:

Soccer term to describe a players not trying their best for their coach:

Slang term for the head coach or manager of a soccer team

What is the slang soccer term for a team blowing a game after being up?

In soccer, what is it called when a player kicks the ball out of the air?

What is the slang term for a soccer team's fans or supporters?

Soccer term to describe an elusive striker near the net:

In soccer, which of these terms indicates a goalie had a shutout?

Term do describe when a soccer manager verbally assaults his players:

Which of these terms is often a slang term for soccer?

Screamers, Howlers, & Nutmegs: Soccer Slang

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Did you know
The MLB has a Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York, honoring the greatest players, coaches, and contributors to the sport.
The NFL has a policy on social justice issues, including player protests during the national anthem.
The CFL has faced criticism over issues such as the quality of play, fan attendance, and the impact of the league on football culture in Canada.
The NBA has a salary cap, which limits the amount of money teams can spend on player salaries.