Word info

backheel

Speech parts

1. backheel - Noun

2. backheel - Verb

Meaning

(soccer) A kick played by the heel which typically travels in the opposite direction from which the player is facing.

(wrestling) A method of tripping or throwing by getting the leg back of the opponent's heel on the outside and pulling forward while pushing his body back.

(soccer) To perform such a kick.

(wrestling) To perform such a trip or throw.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Examples

City’s defense couldn’t handle the pace and movement of Vardy, who won two penalties — converting both of them — either side of a brilliant finish that saw him flick the ball home at the near post with a deft backheel. Source: Internet

Guardiola gave Foden a start against the Greek champions in Piraeus and the international responded by sweeping in the only goal of the game in the 36th minute after meeting a backheel from Raheem Sterling with a first-time shot. Source: Internet

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