Uncategorized 29 Jun 2010 09:27 am
10 English Soccer Phrases and their translations to “American”
Use this handy guide while watching World Cup Matches (games)
| English | American |
|---|---|
| Football | Soccer (though the term “soccer” originated in England) |
| Nil | Nothing (also zip, zero, goose egg) |
| Draw | Tie |
| Clean Sheet | Shutout |
| Brace | “two goals” |
| Fit | Healthy |
| Pitch | Field |
| Match | Game |
| Side | Team |
| Cap | A cap is an appearance in an international match. Thus if you hear a broadcaster say, “this is his 40th cap” it means that it’s the player’s 40th game for the national team. |