General
sitter
What does sitter mean?
A goalscoring opportunity so simple that any player ought to convert it; missing one is a cardinal sin.
"He blazed over from two yards — an absolute sitter."
Origin
British slang, a chance that is 'sitting there' waiting to be tapped in.
Frequently asked questions
What is a sitter in football?
It is an extremely easy goalscoring chance that a player is expected to score, usually from close range with the goal at their mercy.
Why is it called a sitter?
Because the chance is 'sitting there' waiting to be put away, requiring little skill to convert.
What does 'missing a sitter' mean?
It means failing to score from a chance so simple that it should have been a certain goal, considered an embarrassing error.
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