foul

Example Sentences

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It was Van Dijk's foul on Nico O'Reilly which gave Erling Haaland the opportunity to kickstart City's demolition job from the penalty spot after 39 minutes.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Auriemma confronted Staley over a perceived pregame handshake slight and also criticized officials for foul calls during the game.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

It was noted that "whilst Truffert runs a risk, the contact made was not impactful and therefore below the high threshold for a foul".

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Bucknor’s nightmare week continued when he left a game after a foul tip hit him in the face mask.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The weather was so foul that in the whole journey he managed to take a sight of the sun only four times.

From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong