intercept a pass

Examples (10)

• The defender managed to intercept a pass intended for the striker.
• He leaped high into the air to intercept the pass.
• If you can intercept a pass in the midfield, you can start a quick counter-attack.
• The goalkeeper sprinted out of his box to intercept a dangerous pass.
• It is difficult to intercept a pass when the players are moving so fast.
• The cornerback read the quarterback's eyes and moved to intercept the pass.
• She anticipated the play perfectly and was able to intercept the pass.
• Our strategy was to pressure them and intercept their passes early.
• The crowd cheered as the captain intercepted a crucial pass near the end of the game.
• A defender must be alert at all times to intercept any loose passes.