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England international Jess Park began lighting things up when she nutmegged a player to earn a corner, prompting the DJ as she prepared the set-piece in Manchester City's opening 4-0 win over Rosengard.

From BBC • May 22, 2025

Against Lyon, Al Tamari’s flair and pace were on display when he netted his first goal after he nutmegged defender Duje Caleta-Car, then doubled his tally with a precise finish.

From Washington Times • Aug. 24, 2023

Mbappe nutmegged Djalo and forced his way between the pair, then beat goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier with a low shot in the 12th minute.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 19, 2023

“He got nutmegged by her,” Mando points to Yahritza as they all laugh.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2022

He trotted out 311 with Mrs. Driggs’s fish, and brought it back again a few moments later, liberally nutmegged and very much to the lady’s taste.

From Winona of the Camp Fire by Widdemer, Margaret