フットボール
Meanings
1
Broad term covering various football codes; in Japanese context, often refers to soccer (association football), but can also mean rugby or American football depending on context.
He plays football with his friends after school.
The World Cup is the biggest tournament in football.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉とフットボールをするto play football with someone
I played football with my friends.
- フットボールの試合a football match
I'm going to watch a football match this weekend.