against the run of play



against the run of play

Contrary to the pace or flow of a game or situation, usually in the context of sports. Brazil dominated the game, but Japan secured a draw with a late goal against the run of play.
See also: of, play, run

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Kay[kei]
BoŽIdarka-Serbian
HenryHEN-reeEnglish
DaneDAYNEnglish
KornÉLiaKOR-nay-lee-awHungarian
Grayson['greisn]