SportsAugust 17, 2026

goalmouth

GOAL-mouth

Definition

The area immediately in front of the goal in sports like football or soccer.

Etymology

A compound word derived from 'goal' (an objective or the structure representing it) and 'mouth' (used here in the sense of an opening or entrance), reflecting the space leading into the goal.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe the scramble occurring directly in front of the Manchester City net as Josko Gvardiol cleared the ball away. It highlights the chaotic defensive efforts near the goal during a critical moment in the match.

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