scoring

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The more you watched Liverpool before he broke a leg while scoring a goal in a victory at Tottenham Hotspur in December, the more he resembled the most expensive vanity purchase in Liverpool history.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Even though the Bobcats’ shaky defense spotted USC two unearned runs, the Trojans will surely lament stranding runners in scoring position in each of the first seven innings.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

They also lost on penalties against them in the Uefa Super Cup in August, scoring both goals in a 2-2 draw from crossed free kicks.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

He won 54 England caps, scoring in the 2018 World Cup semi final and starting the Euro 2020 final, before retiring from international duty in 2024.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

“I get more satisfaction out of making good passes than I do scoring, Mr. Dacus,” Philip answered.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy