Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
own-goal
noun
/ˈoʊn ɡoʊl/
Definition
A goal that is scored inadvertently by a player in their own team’s net, contributing to the opposing team’s score.
Examples
- In the match, the defender scored an own-goal, much to the disappointment of the home crowd.
- Despite their efforts, the goalkeeper couldn’t avoid the own-goal that changed the game’s momentum.
Meaning
An own-goal is when a player accidentally scores a point for the other team, usually while trying to prevent the ball from entering the goal.
Synonyms
- self-goal
- own net
- accidental goal
