extra time

British

noun

sport an additional period played at the end of a match, to compensate for time lost through injury or (in certain circumstances) to allow the teams to achieve a conclusive result

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The game against reigning champions West Germany had ended 2-2 after extra time in Yugoslavia, with a penalty shootout to decide the winner.

From BBC

But his miss and Senegal's subsequent goal in extra time were met with ecstasy in Dakar.

From BBC

Gueye then went on to score a brilliant goal in the fourth minute of extra time to give his team a 1-0 win and hand them the trophy.

From Barron's

Later, television cameras zoomed in on him on the Morocco bench, after he had been substituted in extra time, holding back tears.

From BBC

Passengers were advised to check journey planners ahead of travelling and allow extra time to complete journeys.

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