Fixture
A scheduled match between two teams, or the arrangement of such a match within a season's programme.
Definition
A fixture is a match that has been arranged to take place — a specific game between named opponents at a set date, time and venue. The full list of a team's or competition's arranged games is the fixture list, and 'fixture congestion' describes a period when many matches are packed close together.
The word is standard in British and Commonwealth sport, where 'a fixture against City' simply means the scheduled game. Fixtures are typically released before a season begins and may be rearranged because of weather, cup progress or television scheduling. A team's run of upcoming fixtures — how hard or easy the opponents are — is often analysed when assessing its prospects.
Scope: Chiefly British and Commonwealth usage; American English usually says 'game' or 'matchup'.
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Football
The world’s most popular team sport — endless running, teamwork and community in one game.
Cricket
A bat-and-ball team sport where sides take turns to bat and to bowl and field, scoring runs.
Rugby
A physical team sport of carrying, passing and kicking an oval ball toward the opposing line.
Tennis
A singles or doubles racquet sport that blends agility, strategy and stamina on court.
Basketball
A fast, dynamic team sport of running, jumping and quick decisions on court.
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