General
fifty-fifty
What does fifty-fifty mean?
A challenge for a loose ball where neither player has the advantage and both go in equally hard.
"He flew into a fifty-fifty and won it cleanly."
Origin
Descriptive; each player has a 50% chance.
Frequently asked questions
What does fifty-fifty mean in football?
It's a loose ball that either player has an equal chance of winning, so both commit fully to the challenge.
Why are fifty-fifties dangerous?
Because both players go in hard and committed at the same time, mistimed fifty-fifties often cause injuries and bookings.
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