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Below are definitions and explanations of common soccer words and phrases.

assist - the pass or play by a first player to a second player resulting in a goal

cut off angle (goalie) - to move closer to the shooter to a position that minimizes or "shrinks" the size of the goal behind you (video demonstration)

dribble - advance the ball with short kicks

goal side - to stand or position oneself between the ball or plaer and the goal (typically your own goal)

inside - at or towards the center of the field

nutmeg - when the ball is played or passed between your legs by an opposing player

outside - at or towards the sides of the field

recover - to get back in a position to help your team

to goal - dribble or move towards the goal

touch - usually the "weight" or amount of force applied to he ball

tunnel - see nutmeg

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