Open Goal

Synonyms of open goal

• empty net
• uncontested goal
• clear shot

Antonyms of open goal

• blocked goal
• defended goal
• closed goal

Collocations of open goal

missed opportunity

Frequency: 70 %

He couldn't believe he missed the opportunity to score in the open goal.

easy chance

Frequency: 60 %

The striker had an easy chance to score with an open goal in front of him.

golden opportunity

Frequency: 50 %

It was a golden opportunity for the team to take the lead, but they missed the open goal.

clear chance

Frequency: 45 %

The player had a clear chance to score with the open goal but hesitated and lost the opportunity.

unmissable chance

Frequency: 40 %

It was an unmissable chance to score with the open goal, but the player hit the post instead.

Idiomatic Expressions for open goal

• Phrase: Score an open goal
  Meaning: To easily achieve success or accomplish a task
  Usage: She scored an open goal by securing a major client for the company.