offside

Example Sentences

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The Galaxy pleaded for an offside call but were ignored.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

One of those especially invested in the league will be former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger, now Fifa's chief of global football development, whose new 'daylight' offside rule is being trialled by the CPL.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Burnley's first heartbreak came in the 78th minute when Flemming thought he had bundled them into a 4-3 lead, but the offside flag quickly followed.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

Hull were then reduced to 12 men for Jed Cartwright's tackle from an offside position and the visitors took full advantage to put Jones-Bishop into the right corner in front of their supporters.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

The Fugees defense would play upfield, to try to pull the Fire offside.

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