Bar Down
Slang & CultureA goal where the ball hits the underside of the crossbar and bounces down across the goal line. Also called 'Top Shelf'.
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Tifo
A choreographed display by fans in a stadium, often involving large banners, flags, or cards.
Banger
A goal scored from a long distance with great power and accuracy. Similar to 'Screamer'.
Fox in the Box
A striker who may not be very involved in the build-up play but is deadly accurate and opportunistic inside the penalty area.
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