SportsSeptember 1, 2026

cleansheat

KLEEN-sheet

Definition

A match in which a goalkeeper or team does not concede a goal.

Etymology

Originating from sports jargon in the early 20th century, the term comes from the literal use of a 'clean sheet' of paper, implying a scorebook or ledger that remains clear of any markings indicating goals conceded.

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The article uses this term to describe the goalkeeper Anna Wellmann's performance in her Eibar debut, where she kept the opposing team from scoring.

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