Bottling
Slang & CultureThrowing away a lead or failing to win a competition when it seemed certain. A team that does this is often called 'Bottlers'.
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Farmers League
A derogatory term used by fans to describe a league (often Ligue 1 or Bundesliga) perceived as uncompetitive or lacking quality outside of one dominant team.
Screamer
An incredibly loud, powerful, and impressive long-range goal.
Derby
A match between two local rival clubs (e.g., Manchester United vs. Manchester City).
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