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[hed-er] / ˈhɛd ər /


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He rose at the far post to power in a trademark header from Angel di Maria's cross in extra time as Real beat Barcelona 1-0.

From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026

Things got even better when Lozano doubled the lead on a header just before halftime.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2026

Amazon’s stock on Friday also took a header after the company reported higher than expected capital spending on AI and negative cash flow.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026

They had a Liam Scales header hopping off the top of the crossbar.

From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2026

Once I hit a header so hard it knocked me off my feet.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam

Had two headers saved by the excellent Lionel Mpasi.

From BBC ● Jul. 1, 2026

Bosnia and Herzegovina defender Nikola Katic, back, and Switzerland midfielder Remo Freuler headers the ball.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 27, 2026

Limiting headers would force better coaching and produce players who are more technical, creative and aware.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026

For 13- and 14-year-olds, heading practice is limited to 30 minutes a week, with no more than 20 headers a player.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026

After exercises, she laid out a line of small orange cones and ran the players through a series of drills: quick passes, headers, and chests.

From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John


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