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Line up
list of players chosen to start the match
Formation
how the players are organized on the field
Possession
the control of the ball
Dominate possession
to have the ball for most of the time
Pace
how fast the game is played
A game with a high tempo
a game that is moving quickly with energy
Making an effort
making an attempt, trying
The shot went wide
the player kicked the ball far from the goal
The shot was off target
the ball did not reach the intended goal
To hit the woodwork
to hit the goal post
An opener
the first goal of the match
An equalizer
a goal that makes the score equal
A winner
A goal that defines who wins the match
A foul
It happens when a player breaks the rules
Goal keeper
a player blocking or intercepting opposing shots on goal
Defender
Player who must protect the goal of his team
