Soccer

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Across
  1. 3. Scoring three goals in a single game.
  2. 7. Non-competitive match between teams.
  3. 8. A sudden-death goal that ends the game.
  4. 9. A defensive player barrier during free kicks.
  5. 12. Replacing one player with another during a match.
  6. 15. Color used for dismissal from the game due to a serious offense.
  7. 16. Representing your national team in an international match.
  8. 19. The team leader on the field.
  9. 22. Protective gear worn on the lower legs.
  10. 26. The arrangement of players on the field.
  11. 27. A defensive move to dispossess an opponent of the ball.
  12. 28. A player positioned near the opponent's goal, often the primary goal-scorer.
  13. 30. A free kick from the corner of the field.
  14. 33. A simulation of being fouled, often resulting in a yellow card.
  15. 36. The player positioned in front of the goal to block shots.
  16. 37. Specialized shoes worn by players for traction on the pitch.
  17. 38. Additional playing time in knockout stages to determine a winner.
  18. 39. A set piece awarded after a foul.
  19. 40. A defensive player positioned behind the line of defenders.
Down
  1. 1. Passing the ball through an opponent's legs.
  2. 2. A method of restarting play after the ball has gone out of bounds.
  3. 4. Shoes with studs for better traction on the pitch.
  4. 5. Skillful ball control while moving.
  5. 6. Color used for caution given to a player for a minor offense.
  6. 10. An official who assists the referee, especially with offside decisions.
  7. 11. The playing field.
  8. 13. The target of the game, where players score by getting the ball into the opponent's net.
  9. 14. The playing surface.
  10. 17. A player who operates on the sides of the field.
  11. 18. A tiebreaker involving penalty kicks.
  12. 20. An infringement of the rules.
  13. 21. A free kick from the penalty spot.
  14. 23. A player tasked with preventing the opposing team from scoring.
  15. 24. The pointed part of the cleats for better grip.
  16. 25. A player positioned in the middle of the field, involved in both attacking and defending.
  17. 26. Play Adhering to the rules and sportsmanship.
  18. 29. A pass from the sides into the penalty area.
  19. 31. Quickly transitioning from defense to offense.
  20. 32. Keeping the ball in the air using feet, thighs, and head.
  21. 34. When a player is closer to the opponent's goal line than both the ball and the second-to-last defender.
  22. 35. A play where the ball is struck with the head.