Introduction to Football Vocabulary in Present Tense

An official who watches a game or match closely to ensure that the rules are adhered to.

"The referee awarded a penalty after the defender committed a foul."

A rule violation that occurs when a player is in a position that is not permitted by the rules of the game.

"The goal was disallowed because the striker was offside."

corner

"She turned the corner and saw the beautiful park ahead."

A kick awarded to a team following a foul by the opposing team.

"He took a brilliant free kick that curled into the top corner."

A play in which a player uses their head to hit the ball.

"The defender cleared the ball from the box with a strong header."

To move the ball along the ground with repeated small taps or bounces.

"The midfielder skillfully dribbled past two defenders."

A player who comes into the game to replace another player.

"The coach decided to substitute the injured player in the second half."

The player whose role is to prevent the opposing team from scoring by guarding the goal.

"The goalkeeper made an extraordinary save to keep the ball out."