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
Bora (1)-Turkish
TruusTRUYSDutch
Gabriel['geibriəl]
Shikoba-Native American, Choctaw
Amor['eimə]
Charlene[ʃa:'li:n]