showdown

Instead of shaping the trajectory of an entire campaign, they become more like opportunities for teams to size each other up with an eye on a potential playoff showdown later on.

Europe went on to eke out a 15-13 win, marking the first time since Europe’s win in 2012 that either side had managed to win this biennial showdown on foreign soil.

If the U.S. keeps spending too much, taxing too little and running up debt, eventually the U.S. will face a proper bond market showdown.

At the same time, Maduro is trying to signal to the U.S. that he wants to negotiate an end to the showdown.

It’s a Western League showdown featuring Venice’s stingy defense against a Palisades offense that hasn’t been held below 35 points this season.