take a penalty

In Italian, 'prendere un rigore' refers to the action of taking a penalty kick in sports, particularly in soccer (football). It is an important moment in a game, as it gives a player the opportunity to score a goal from a designated spot due to a foul committed by the opposing team. The phrase can also be used metaphorically to discuss addressing the consequences of one’s actions.

Example sentences using: prendere un rigore

Il giocatore ha chiesto di prendere un rigore dopo il fallo.

The player asked to take a penalty after the foul.

This phrase describes a situation where a player requests to take a penalty kick following a foul committed against them.

L'arbitro ha deciso di prendere un rigore per l'azione irregolare.

The referee decided to take a penalty for the irregular action.

In this context, the referee makes a decision to award a penalty kick due to an irregular action during the game.

La squadra si è preparata per prendere un rigore decisivo.

The team prepared to take a decisive penalty.

This phrase highlights the team's preparation for a crucial penalty that could impact the outcome of the match.