silver goal

See also: Silver Goal

English

Etymology

Based on the earlier golden goal.

Pronunciation

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Noun

silver goal (plural silver goals)

  1. (soccer) The first goal scored during the first half of extra time, giving victory to the scoring side at the end of the half-time, if this rule is in effect and the scoring side is leading.
    Coordinate term: golden goal (immediate victory)

Usage notes

  • Part of the official FIFA rules from 2002 to 2004. Both the silver goal and golden goal rules are no longer used.

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