football

Example Sentences

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It is hard to argue against the suggestion that France have the best squad in international football.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

“Horrible idea. A football team with two starting quarterbacks does not have a starting quarterback. The same can be said for two co-presidents.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

"There are many things one would like to say or ask for, like life itself. But well, I'd appreciate help with sports equipment," he said, citing a need for balls, vests, cones and football boots.

From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026

Before the World Cup began, 1,958 football supporters subject to football banning orders were required to surrender their passports to stop them heading to the World Cup.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

They could climb the trees, kick a football about, whizz around on their mountain bikes.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo