wrong-footed
adjective
Meaning
- Alternative spelling of wrongfooted
- To play the ball in an unexpected direction, forcing (the opponent) to change direction suddenly.
- (by extension) To catch (someone) off balance, off guard.
- (by extension) To place (someone) at a tactical disadvantage.
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