Meaning of pitch invasion | Babel Free
Definitions
An occurrence where spectators at a sports match rush onto the field, usually in celebration, less often in protest.
Equivalents
Deutsch
Platzsturm
Nederlands
veldbestorming
Examples
“The final whistle prompted a pitch invasion - although there appeared to be an unwanted incident when a supporter seemed to punch Stevenage's Scott Laird, who subsequently fell to the ground.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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