This week's football phrase of the week is the verb, 'to rattle' and how it can be used in footbal to talk about shots and also pressure.
In this football language post we look at the word, 'rocket' from the England versus Denmark Group C match at the 2024 Euros.
In this football language podcast we look at the phrase 'rattle the crossbar' or 'rattle the woodwork' which we use to describe a shot...
In this football language post we explain the expression 'to rescue a point' which is when a team draws a game thanks to a late goal.
This football language podcast for learners of English, looks at the phrase 'rooted to the spot' and other language related to it.
In this football language post for learners of English we look at the football expression 'routine victory/routine win' which is used to...
In this football language post for learners of English we look at the football expression ‘to be ruled out‘ which is used when a player is...
Rollercoaster: In this post we explain the phrase 'rollercoaster' when it is used in football after Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola...
In this football language post we look at the phrase 'rainbow laces' which has been in the news over the past week thanks to the...
Reach an agreement: In this podcast we look at the phrase 'to reach an agreement' after Ronaldo's return to Old Trafford.
Roof of the net - This football language podcast looks back at the first day of the quarter final action at Euro 2020 and a penalty shootout
In this short football language post we explain some words and phrases connected to the verb 'to rotate' - a word used when...
Football Language: The Road to Wembley - In this football language post we explain the phrase 'The Road to Wembley' which describes how...
Rusty: In this football language post we explain some language connected to the restart of football in the Premier League and in particular...
In this football language post we explain how the word 'release' can be used in football. It is used with contracts and transfers and also...
This is our weekly short audio post on the language of football, and A I'll be talking about the word 'rout'.
On this short football language podcast weA introduce a phrase from the world of football.A IfA you have questions or comments about this...
What's the meaning of the phrase 'to run out winners' in football?
The run in: In this post, we explain the football expression 'The run in', which is used frequently at the end of the football season.
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To receive marching orders: What's the meaning of the phrase 'receive (or get) your marching orders' in football?
Return leg: What's the meaning of the phrase 'return leg' and when is it used in football?
Results go your way: When do we use the phrase 'Results go your way' in football?
Runners-up: What's the meaning of this phrase in football?
Retrospective action: What's the meaning of the phrase 'Retrospective action' in football?
rooted to the foot of the table: What's the meaning of the phrase 'rooted to the foot of the table
Football Language: To run down the clock Now, each football match lasts for 90 minutes plus added time and so when a team is winning...
To root for is an American phrase meaning to support, to cheer for a team or for someone.
This week's English for football phrase is 'ride their luck'. The 'their' in this phrase refers to the football team being described...
What is the meaning of the phrase 'Rich Vein of Form' in football?
What is the meaning of the phrase 'Romance of the Cup' in football?
What is a rabona? this week's football language post explains this special move.
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