fouls
n. countable B1 Intermediate US //ˈfaʊɫz// UK //fˈaʊlz// fouls
n. actions in a game or sport that are against the rules. When a player does something unfair, the referee calls a foul.
n. acts or instances of breaking the rules in a sport or game, typically resulting in a penalty or loss of possession. Often used in the plural to refer to the total count of such infractions.
The player committed three fouls during the first half.
The referee blew the whistle after several fouls were committed in the penalty area during the corner kick.
While minor fouls are expected in high-contact sports, the league is introducing stricter penalties for intentional infractions that jeopardize player safety or disrupt the flow of the game.
Usage
Usually plural when discussing a player's record or the overall state of a match.