Meaning of open play | Babel Free

Definitions

The period of play outside set pieces; the phase where possession can change by passing and tackling.

especially

Examples

“We've struggled to score goals in open play since early March which contributed to our promotion hopes falling away last season.”

“A dropped goal is a kick at goal in open play and can be taken from anywhere on the pitch and by any player within the team.”

“Orient's tended to result from set pieces, whilst Ebbsfleet's came from open play.”

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