professional football

• Termo que designa o futebol praticado em alto nível, no qual os jogadores são remunerados pela sua participação, geralmente em ligas e competições organizadas.

A term referring to football (soccer) played at a high level where players are paid for their participation, typically in organized leagues and competitions.

1. Professional soccerA2formalbritish

   A level of soccer where players are paid to play as their primary occupation, typically in organized leagues.

   Futebol profissional

   • He signed a contract to play professional football in England.
   • Professional football requires intense training and discipline.
   • Many young athletes dream of a career in professional football.

2. Professional American footballA2formalamerican

   A level of American football where players are paid to play as their primary occupation, typically in the NFL.

   Futebol americano profissional

   • The Super Bowl is the championship game of professional football in the US.
   • He was drafted into professional football after college.
   • Professional football players often have short careers due to injuries.