General
clean sheet
What does clean sheet mean?
When a goalkeeper or team gets through a game without letting in a single goal.
"The keeper kept his fifth clean sheet in a row."
Origin
British football usage; the scoresheet stays 'clean' of goals against.
Frequently asked questions
What is a clean sheet in football?
It is when a team or goalkeeper finishes a match without conceding any goals.
Why is it called a clean sheet?
Because the scoresheet for that team stays 'clean', with no goals-against recorded next to their name.
Do outfield players get credit for clean sheets?
Clean sheets are usually credited to the goalkeeper and defenders, but they reflect the whole team's defensive effort.
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