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**devastated** and **exhausted**: extremely sad and extremely tired.[1] - unthinkable result: a result that seems impossible to imagine.[1] - dogs of war team: a very aggressive, hard‑working, fighting team.[1] - to spread positivity throughout the team: to make the whole team feel more confident.[1] - functional (football style): effective but not beautiful or attractive.[1] - to excite much more than this bunch: to entertain more than this group of players does.[1] Football‑specific advanced collocations - to soak up pressure: to defend and accept pressure without conceding.[1] - to test the goalkeeper’s nerves: to make the goalkeeper feel under stress with difficult shots or crosses.[1] - to mop up (defensively): to clear danger and tidy up at the back.[1] - to fashion an opening: to create a chance to attack or shoot.[1] - to inject some pace into the attack: to suddenly make the attack faster.[1] - to occupy most of their time (defending occupies most of their time): to take most of their time or attention.[1] - to pack numbers behind the ball: to have many players defending deep.[1] - to be pegged back: to lose a lead when the other team scores and makes it level.[1]

Phrases / idioms (C1+) - hasn’t really had an opportunity to shine in front of goal: hasn’t really had a chance to play very well and impress when attacking.[1] - will this be his night: will this match be the time when he is the big hero.[1] - keeping a close eye on: watching very carefully.[1] - all sorts of records that Ronaldo targets: many different performance achievements he wants to reach.[1] - the focus is on Portugal progressing to the round of 16: the main attention is on Portugal qualifying.[1] - very finely balanced (group, situation): very even; could easily go either way.[1] - holding the whip hand: being in control or having the advantage.[1] - the onus is on Iran to win: the responsibility or pressure is on Iran to win.[1] - early shot of warning: an early attempt that shows danger for the other team.[1] - appetite is insatiable (for goals/records): desire is so strong that it can never be fully satisfied.[1] - very much in the spotlight: getting a lot of public attention.[1] - the game has developed a pattern: the game now follows a clear, repeated style.[1] - they make no apologies for how they defend: they are not ashamed of their defensive style.[1] - to carve out an opening / chance: to slowly create a chance with effort.[1] - to soak it up and try to create something on the break: to absorb pressure and then attack quickly on the counter.[1] - his ability to read things early: his skill in predicting what will happen in the game.[1] - has carved out a pretty decent career: has built a good career over time.[1] - the game remains deadlocked: the score is still equal, with no one winning.[1] - opportunities have been few and far between: chances have been very rare.[1] - he might have produced something stronger: he could have done something better or more powerful.[1] - it’s all happening in Kaliningrad: a lot of exciting events are happening there.[1] - cat amongst the pigeons: something that causes shock or trouble in a calm situation.[1] - they’ve had their moments: they have had some good or dangerous periods.[1] - he might just pull it off: he might manage to succeed, even though it’s difficult.[1] - shock Portugal: surprise Portugal in a negative way for them, usually by beating them.[1] - will they begin to crumble: will they start to lose control or collapse under pressure.[1] - what an achievement it would be: it would be a very impressive success.[1] - an outside chance of progressing: a small possibility of going through.[1] - to remotivate them and reset the levels: to give them new motivation and bring their energy back up.[1] - they’re still very much in it: they still have a real chance.[1] - they’re losing the plot: they are starting to act emotionally and lose control or focus.[1] Single advanced words / collocations - emphasis on the one: special importance given to the single striker.[1] - insatiable appetite: desire that cannot be fully satisfied.[1] - fortuitous goal: a lucky or accidental goal.[1] - durable and resilient: able to keep going and recover from difficulties.[1] - tenacious (defender, player): very determined and not giving up.[1] - battler: a player who fights hard and works a lot for the team.[1] - nervy night: a match full of tension and anxiety.[1] - shambolic defending: very disorganized and poor defending.[1] - to flap at a cross: for a goalkeeper to touch the ball weakly or nervously.[1] - to command his box: to control the penalty area confidently as a goalkeeper.[1] - glancing blow: light, not very strong contact.[1] - conservative approach: careful and safe style, not very risky.[1] - enterprising performance: brave and creative performance, trying things.[1] - stout defending: strong and solid defending.[1] - heroics from the goalkeeper: very brave or spectacular saves.[1] - fraught relationship: a relationship full of tension or problems.[1] -

Phrases / idioms (C1+) - hasn’t really had an opportunity to shine in front of goal - will this be his night - keeping a close eye on - all sorts of records that Ronaldo targets - the focus is on Portugal progressing to the round of 16 - very finely balanced (group, situation) - holding the whip hand - the onus is on Iran to win - early shot of warning - appetite is insatiable (for goals/records) - very much in the spotlight - the game has developed a pattern - they make no apologies for how they defend - to carve out an opening / chance - to soak it up and try to create something on the break - his ability to read things early - has carved out a pretty decent career - the game remains deadlocked - opportunities have been few and far between - he might have produced something stronger (polite criticism) - all happening in Kaliningrad (it’s all happening) - cat amongst the pigeons (used when Morocco scores vs Spain) - they’ve had their moments - he might just pull it off - shock Portugal (as a verb) - will they begin to crumble - what an achievement it would be - an outside chance of progressing - to remotivate them and reset the levels - they’re still very much in it (still have a chance) - they’re losing the plot (starting to panic) Single advanced words / collocations - emphasis on the one (tactical emphasis) - insatiable appetite - fortuitous goal - durable and resilient - tenacious (defender, player) - battler - nervy night - shambolic defending - to flap at a cross (goalkeeper) - to command his box (goalkeeper) - glancing blow - conservative approach - enterprising performance - stout defending - heroics from the goalkeeper - fraught relationship - devastated and exhausted - unthinkable result - dogs of war team (metaphor for very hard‑working fighters) - to spread positivity throughout the team - functional (football style) - to excite much more than this bunch (bunch = informal for group) Football‑specific but useful advanced collocations - to soak up pressure - to test the goalkeeper’s nerves - to mop up (defensively) - to fashion an opening - to inject some pace into the attack - to occupy most of their time (defending occupies most of their time) - to pack numbers behind the ball - to be pegged back (by an equaliser – implied when Spain 1–1 Morocco)

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hit with a lot of power and directed far into the opponent’s area (the “deep” part of the field/box). - talked himself into the book When a player continues to argue or protest (talks to the referee) and gets a yellow card (his name goes into the “book”/record). - made way for him Means one player was substituted out so that another player (him) could come on. - 2nd half underway The second half of the match has started. - sb in his way (short for "somebody in his way") — Another player is blocking or obstructing his movement or play. - easily claimed by the goalie The goalkeeper catches the ball without difficulty. - leading the charge Taking a leading role in attacking or advancing forward (often the most active or aggressive attacker at that moment). - CR7 takes over Cristiano Ronaldo (whose nickname/brand is CR7) takes control of the play or attack. - he barely moved The goalkeeper or player didn’t react much, often because the shot was easy to stop, or they couldn’t reach it. - he sprints away He runs very fast away from others, often beginning a new attacking movement. - the volume rises in the stadium The noise from the fans increases, usually due to excitement or anticipation of a big moment. - he teased in He sent the ball gently but invitingly into the penalty area, tempting attackers to try for a goal. - he plants the header He makes a firm, decisive header (using his head to direct the ball, usually into the goal). - point to the spot The referee indicates a penalty kick after a foul in the penalty area (the “spot” = penalty spot). - cheekily did it Did something in a playful, bold, or audacious way — often refers to a penalty or skill move that’s unusually confident. - some strike A very impressive or powerful shot, especially one resulting in a goal. - provider / finisher The *provider* is the player who assists by passing; the *finisher* is the one who scores the goal.

idioms and phrases - No one can stop him! — (said about a player who is unstoppable/impossible to defend) - Proves once again why he’s one of the greatest of all time — (idiomatic phrase praising someone's consistently great performance) - Portugal destroys Poland — (destroys = defeats decisively) - Leaves everyone speechless — (makes everyone so amazed that they can’t speak) - Pure magic from Ronaldo — (exceptionally skillful performance) - Got in each other’s way — (two people hinder each other’s efforts unintentionally) - Waiting to pounce — (waiting for the right moment to act, often suddenly or aggressively) - Making a dart for the line — (moving quickly, especially toward a goal or finish line) - Ever present — (constantly involved, always there) - Spin away — (to move sharply or quickly away) - White shirts on the retreat — (team in white jerseys moving back into defense) - He is a menace — (someone who causes a lot of trouble for opponents) - Meat in the sandwich — (caught between two other players or pressures) - Sails over the bar — (shot misses high above the goal) - Ripple the net — (score a goal) - Having a dip — (makes an attempt, usually a shot at goal) - Kept honest — (made to stay alert and not relax) - Carve out opportunities — (create or make chances, often with hard effort) - A whisker away — (very close to happening; almost) - On the break — (starting a quick attack after regaining possession) - Build again — (start a new attack) - Heads it straight at — (ball directed exactly at the goalkeeper) - Threatening to pounce — (about to take advantage or score) - Calls time — (ends a period, often used by referee for halftime/full time) - Not happy (or "frustrating is the word") — (expressing disappointment) - Struggling somewhat — (not playing well, having difficulty) - On the brink of the quarterfinals — (very close to reaching the next stage) - Start on the front foot — (begin actively and positively) - Fading hopes — (chances of success are decreasing) - Measured to perfection — (executed flawlessly) - Cannon through — (move or shoot forcefully) - Seal the deal — (secure victory or a successful outcome) - Straight down the middle — (shooting in the middle, typically during a penalty) - Takes the acclaim/agilation — (receives praise and celebration) - End the dream — (eliminate someone’s chance of success) - In a rich vein of form — (performing very well recently) - Adds further gloss to the scoreline — (makes the win even more impressive) - Turned into a rout — (became a one-sided, decisive victory) - Flexed their muscles — (display their full power or capability) - Beaming smiles — (broad, happy smiles) - Spectacular finish — (an impressive or remarkable ending, usually to a play or goal) - Trademark finish — (a move or goal characteristic of a particular player) - Have a say — (be able to influence the result) - Lost his footing — (slipped or fell) - Take their place in the quarterfinals — (qualify for the next round) - Do it in some style — (accomplish something impressively) - The main man — (key player, usually the star or captain) - One of which came from the spot — (score a goal by penalty kick) Here are definitions for the additional football idioms and expressions you listed, all drawn from football/soccer commentary. These idioms are commonly used in match reports and live broadcasts: - get a toe on it To just barely touch or direct the ball using the tip of the foot or toe, often altering its direction or stopping an opposing player. - on the stretch While physically stretched out (usually legs), often referring to a player reaching as far as possible to touch or intercept the ball. - clip it across To pass or shoot the ball in a controlled way, typically with a light, quick movement, across the field or penalty box. - driven in deep A ball (pass or cross) that is