crossbar

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To penalties and, for Rangers, the writing was on the wall when James Tavernier began by hitting the crossbar.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

“She takes all the five meters and I trust her with every play,” San Pedro coach Stephanie Cuevas said of Mahi, who had two other shots bang off the crossbar.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

Midfielder Marc Casado struck the crossbar with a deflected effort as Barca could have opened up a wider lead.

From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026

Olmo hit the crossbar before Elche equalised with a well-worked move to get Alvaro Rodriguez in behind Barca's high line.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

It fluttered painfully, like something in slow motion, taking forever to reach the crossbar.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger