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Meaning of high challenge | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A tackle that is high up the targeted player's shin/legs.

Examples

“ANOTHER PENALTY: Frickson Erazo with a high challenge in the area on the onrushing Lizio and Aguilar blows up for a spot kick.”
“In the ninth minute, Mile Jedinak was booked for a high challenge on Christian Cueva, who was looking to break in the middle of the park.”
“Chris Duvall was handed a straight red for a high challenge on Andrea Pirlo.”
“It occurred after Roldan mistakenly booked Cameroon's Sebastien Siani for a high challenge on Germany's Emre Can which had been committed by team-mate Ernest Mabouka.”
“Álvarez is deservedly booked for a high challenge on Neymar.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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