Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
upfield
adverb
/ˈʌpˌfiːld/
Definition
In the direction of the opponent’s goal or the area closer to it.
Examples
- The player made a swift run upfield to create a scoring opportunity.
- During the game, the coach instructed the team to push upfield and apply pressure.
Meaning
The term ‘upfield’ is commonly used in sports like football, particularly in relation to the movement of players or the positioning of the ball towards the opponent’s end of the field.
Synonyms
- forward
- toward the opponent’s end
- downfield
