Dummy
Slang & CultureA move where a player pretends to play the ball but instead lets it run past them to a teammate, deceiving the defender.
Related Terms in Slang & Culture
Dark Arts
Cynical tactics used to waste time, disrupt the opponent's rhythm, or deceive the referee (e.g., feigning injury, taking a long time for throws).
Howler
A massive, embarrassing mistake, usually committed by a goalkeeper, leading to a goal.
Fraud
Modern internet slang for a player or manager who is hyped up but considered by critics to be overrated or not actually good.
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