General
worldie
What does worldie mean?
Short for 'world-class', a worldie is a goal of outstanding quality — often a long-range effort, volley or bicycle kick that leaves the keeper no chance.
"Did you see that volley? Absolute worldie, right into the postage stamp."
Origin
British fan slang, a diminutive of 'world-class'; also spelled 'worldy'.
Frequently asked questions
What does worldie mean in football?
A worldie is a world-class goal, usually a long-range strike, volley or acrobatic finish of outstanding quality that gives the keeper no chance.
Where does the word worldie come from?
It's British fan slang, a shortened, diminutive form of 'world-class,' and is sometimes spelled 'worldy.'
Can a worldie be a save or only a goal?
Mostly it describes a goal, but fans sometimes stretch it to a stunning, world-class save too.
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