force a corner

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In sports, to cause a situation where your team is awarded a corner kick.

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  • The striker's deflected shot forced a corner in the final minute.
  • Our strategy is to use our speed on the wings to force a corner.
  • He didn't score, but he did manage to force a corner for his team.
  • The defender's desperate slide tackle forced a corner.
  • With relentless pressure, the attacking team forced another corner.
  • If you can't get a clear shot, at least try to force a corner.
  • She skillfully dribbled to the byline and forced a corner.
  • The team has forced five corners in this half alone, showing their dominance.
  • A well-placed long ball from the midfielder helped to force a corner.
  • The goalkeeper's save was excellent, but it only forced a corner for the opposition.