Soccer

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  1. 6. When a player uses their foot to try and take the ball away from an opponent by skillfully kicking it.
  2. 7. The special shoes with spikes or studs on the soles, providing better traction and grip on the grass or turf.
  3. 8. The large sports venue where soccer matches are played, with stands for spectators to watch the game.
  4. 9. A free kick taken from the penalty spot, awarded to the attacking team when a defending player commits a foul inside their own penalty area. It's an opportunity for a direct shot on goal.
  5. 13. Additional time added at the end of each half to compensate for stoppages in play due to injuries, substitutions, or other delays. It ensures that the full playing time is completed.
  6. 15. A card shown by the referee to a player as a severe punishment for a serious foul or misconduct. The player receiving it is immediately sent off the field and their team plays with one player less.
  7. 17. The player whose main responsibility is to prevent the opposing team from scoring by blocking shots and tackling opponents.
  8. 19. When a player uses their head to hit the ball, often done to pass, shoot, or clear the ball from their own goal area.
  9. 20. When the ball is thrown back into play from the sideline by a player using both hands while keeping both feet on the ground. It's used to restart the game when the ball goes out of bounds.
  10. 21. The shirt worn by the players, usually with their team's colors and number, to identify them during matches.
  11. 22. A card shown by the referee to caution a player for a less severe offense or repeated fouls. It serves as a warning, and if a player receives two yellow cards, they are shown a red card.
  12. 23. A rule that states an attacking player cannot be closer to the opponent's goal than both the ball and the second-to-last defender when the ball is passed to them. It helps maintain a fair play.
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  1. 1. The player chosen to lead the team, wearing an armband to symbolize their role. The captain represents the team during the coin toss, communicates with the referee, and provides leadership on the field.
  2. 2. The small device blown by the referee to start or stop play, signal fouls, or indicate the end of the game.
  3. 3. When a player is replaced by another player from the same team during a match. It allows teams to make tactical changes or provide rest for tired players.
  4. 4. The player whose main job is to score goals by shooting or heading the ball into the opponent's net.
  5. 5. The player who protects the goal and tries to stop the opposing team from scoring by using their hands and body to block shots and make saves.
  6. 9. When a player kicks the ball to a teammate, usually to move the ball towards the opponent's goal or maintain possession.
  7. 10. A free kick taken from the corner of the field when the defending team last touched the ball before it went out of bounds over their own goal line.
  8. 11. The person who teaches and guides the team, providing instructions and strategies to help players improve their skills and win games.
  9. 12. The player who controls the game in the middle of the field, often involved in both attacking and defending.
  10. 14. A set-piece where the team is awarded a kick after an opponent commits a foul. It allows the team to take an uninterrupted kick from the spot of the foul.
  11. 16. When a player skillfully moves the ball forward by lightly tapping or controlling it with their feet while running.
  12. 18. The official who enforces the rules of the game, making sure players follow fair play and making decisions on fouls, penalties, and goals.