concept   injury simulation
culture   Soccer
statement   In soccer, exaggerated injury reactions are employed strategically to draw fouls or penalties.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 injury reactions soccer culture Spectators may show skepticism and disapproval for perceived overacting by injured players, known as 'diving' 1
2 injury simulation soccer It is sometimes seen as part of the game, with players trying to draw a foul from the referee 1