shutout
n.a game or match where one team prevents the other from scoring any points at all. It is a sign of a very strong defense or a great performance by a goalkeeper.
n.a competition or game in which one side prevents the opposing side from scoring. Often used in the context of baseball, ice hockey, or association football to highlight defensive dominance.
“The goalkeeper celebrated his third shutout of the season.”
“The home team secured a 4-0 shutout, leaving the visitors frustrated by their inability to find the net.”
“Despite several close attempts in the final minutes, the defense maintained the shutout, marking the first time in a decade that the champions failed to score in a playoff game.”
Commonly used with the verbs 'record', 'pitch', or 'earn'.
“The Red Bulls avoided a shutout in the 74th minute when Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting netted his third goal of the season after scoring 17 times last year.”