Under-21
European international tournaments for players under the age of 21. The Olympics allows players that are under 23.
- Example: Argentina’s U-21 teams have supplied many full internationals over the years unlike England.
Further reading
In this football phrase of the week we look at the pverb phrasehrase 'skied it'. This phrase can be used to describe shooting or a shot.
In this football language podcast we look back at some of the language from the final of th 2023 Women's World Cup.
This phrase refers to a type of tackle where the defender makes contact with both the opposing player and the ball. It’s often seen as a strong...
In this football phrase of the week we explain the word, 'draw', and the different ways this word is used in football.
In this football phrase of the week we explain the football phrase, 'find joy', used in a match from the Women's Euro 2025 competition.
This football language podcast looks at some football language from the 2nd legs of the knockout round in the Champions League, including to dump out.