A beginner's guide to soccer vocabulary for the World Cup in the U.S.
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Margaux Bauerlein
Summary
A guide for American football fans and soccer novices to understand essential soccer vocabulary during the World Cup in the U.S. The article features insights from Tom Lutz, sports editor of The Guardian US, explaining key soccer terms to help newcomers follow and discuss the sport like a pro.
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· 3 pulledIf you're an American football fan, talking of tight ends, touchdowns and turnovers is as easy as finding a Green Bay Packers fan inside Lambeau Field.
But if you're curious about the other football — also known as the most popular sport in the world — there's a litany of soccer vocabulary you need to know.
And with the World Cup's arrival in the United States, it's the perfect time to expand your understanding of soccer lingo.
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