Soccer

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  1. 3. A popular team sport played with a round ball between two teams of eleven players each, aiming to score goals by kicking the ball into the opponent's goal.
  2. 4. A technique in soccer where a player strikes the ball with their head, typically used for passing, shooting, or clearing the ball, often during aerial challenges or set pieces.
  3. 7. A round object used in sports such as soccer, typically made of leather or synthetic material filled with air or other materials.
  4. 10. A designated leader or player in a team sport such as soccer, responsible for representing the team, making decisions on the field, and communicating with teammates and officials.
  5. 12. An official in sports such as soccer who enforces the rules of the game, maintains fair play, and makes decisions on fouls, penalties, and other infractions during the match.
  6. 14. Specialized shoes worn by soccer players, featuring studs or spikes on the sole to provide traction and grip on the playing surface, such as grass or artificial turf.
  7. 16. A group of players working together in a cooperative manner to achieve a common goal, typically representing a club, school, or country in a sports competition such as soccer.
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  1. 1. A shirt or uniform worn by players in sports such as soccer, typically made of lightweight, breathable fabric with the team's colors, logo, and player's number printed on it.
  2. 2. A structure consisting of two vertical posts and a horizontal crossbar, typically with a net, where players aim to score points by kicking the ball into it.
  3. 5. A skillful technique in soccer where a player moves the ball along the ground with small kicks or touches while maintaining control and possession, often used to evade defenders.
  4. 6. A player positioned in front of the goal to prevent the opposing team from scoring by blocking or catching shots on goal, using hands and body within the penalty area.
  5. 8. A person who instructs, trains, and guides players in sports, providing advice, strategies, and motivation to improve their skills and performance, especially in soccer.
  6. 9. A break or interval of play in a soccer match, typically lasting around 15 minutes, occurring halfway through the game after the first 45 minutes of play, allowing players to rest and regroup.
  7. 11. A punishment or consequence given in soccer for a rule violation, typically resulting in a direct free kick or penalty kick awarded to the opposing team, often taken near the goal.
  8. 13. A person who participates in a game or sport, especially soccer, as a member of one of the competing teams, responsible for playing and following the rules of the game.
  9. 15. A large, open-air venue or arena with seating for spectators, where sports events such as soccer matches are held, providing facilities for players, officials, and audience members.