General
ghost goal
What does ghost goal mean?
A goal awarded (or wrongly disallowed) amid confusion over whether the ball fully crossed the line.
"Before goal-line technology, that ghost goal would have caused chaos."
Origin
Descriptive; the goal is uncertain and 'ghostly'.
Frequently asked questions
What is a ghost goal in football?
A ghost goal is a disputed goal surrounded by uncertainty over whether the ball actually crossed the line — either wrongly awarded or wrongly disallowed.
How did goal-line technology affect ghost goals?
Goal-line technology and VAR now determine instantly whether the ball crossed the line, drastically reducing the controversy that ghost goals used to cause before their introduction.
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