Magic Sponge
Slang & CultureA humorous term for the sponge or spray physios use to treat injured players, which miraculously cures them instantly.
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Dive
When a player deliberately falls to the ground simulating a foul to deceive the referee. Also known as Simulation.
Journeyman
A player who has played for many different clubs throughout their career.
Anti-Football
A critical term for a style of play that is overly defensive, physical, cynical, or destructive, rather than entertaining or constructive.
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