A special show or performance that officially marks the beginning of the tournament
Opening Ceremony
The team or person that wins a competition.
Champion
The player whose main job is to stop the ball from entering the goal
Goalkeeper
The first round of a tournament, where teams are divided into small groups and play against each other. The best teams from each group move forward.
Group Stage
A way to decide the winner of a tied match, where each team takes turns kicking the ball from the penalty mark against the opposing goalkeeper
Penalty Shootout
A company that pays money to support the event in exchange for advertising and visibility
Sponsor
A large silver or gold cup or prize given to the winner of a competition
Trophy
A point scored when the ball completely crosses the line into the net; also, the structure with a net where players try to score
Goal
A card shown by the referee to a player who has committed a serious foul, causing that player to be sent off the field immediately
Red Card
A competition in which many teams play against each other to win a final prize.
Tournament
The later stages of a tournament where the losing team is immediately eliminated from the competition.
Knockout Rounds
A small instrument the referee blows to start, stop, or restart play, or to signal a foul.
Whistle
The official on the field who makes sure the players follow the rules and makes important decisions during the game
Referee
An additional period of play (usually 30 minutes) added to a match when the score is tied after the regular 90 minutes.
Extra Time
To successfully enter a competition by winning earlier games or meeting requirements.
To Qualify
People who passionately follow and cheer for a specific team or sport.
Fans / Supporters
The nation that organizes and holds the event in its own cities and stadiums
Host Country
A large, often open-air, building with many seats where sports events and concerts are held
Stadium
A particular version or year of an event that happens regularly.
Edition
A free kick taken from the corner of the field, awarded to the attacking team when the ball goes out of play over the goal line, last touched by a defender
Corner Kick