Illustrated Premier League scene — AI-generated artwork behind this tournament's word search puzzle
A free Premier League word search you can play straight in the browser. The 12-word list draws on its format, its trophy, and the traditions around it, hidden across a 15×15 grid in every direction. Drag through the letters to mark a word off.
Words to find: SEASON, FIXTURE, MATCHDAY, GOALKEEPER, STRIKER, DEFENDER, MIDFIELDER, ASSIST, HEADER, TACKLE, CORNER, PENALTY.
There is no timer pressure: take as long as you like, and spend a hint if a word will not surface.
Premier League word list, defined
SEASON/ˈsiːzən/ · noun, verb
A period of the year characterized by specific weather patterns, or a particular time or stage in a process of development. To decorate or furnish (a room) for a particular season. Related: period, time, era, cycle.
FIXTURE/ˈfɪkstʃər/ · noun
A thing fastened in place, especially a piece of equipment such as a light or plumbing fitting installed in a building; more broadly, a person or thing long established in a particular place or role and unlikely to change. Related: fitting, installation, permanent, mainstay.
GOALKEEPER/ˈɡoʊlkɪpiər/ · noun
The player on a sports team, especially soccer, whose job is to prevent the ball from entering the goal by catching or deflecting it. Related: goal tender, goal mind, keeper, net minder.
STRIKER/strɪkər/ · noun
A person whose job is to score goals in a game, especially in football or hockey. A person who strikes or hits something, such as a rock or a match. Related: goal-scorer, forward, attacker, batter.
DEFENDER/dɪˈfɛndər/ · noun
A person or thing that protects someone or something from harm, attack, or criticism. In sport, a player whose primary role is to prevent the opposing team from scoring. Related: protector, guardian, champion, defender of the faith (no).
MIDFIELDER/mɪdˈfiːldər/ · noun
A midfielder is a player in a team sport, especially association football or rugby, who plays in a midfield position, supporting both the defense and the offense. Related: central player, middle player, support player.
ASSIST/əˈsɪst/ · verb
To help someone or something by giving support, aid, or practical help, often as a secondary or supporting role in an activity. Related: help, aid, support, facilitate.
HEADER/ˈhɛdər/ · noun, verb
The part at the top of a document or webpage that typically contains the title or a summary of its contents. To place something at the top of a document or webpage. Related: title, heading, caption, label.
TACKLE/tækl/ · noun, verb
A device for hauling or pulling something, especially a fishing net or a heavy load. To deal with or handle a problem or situation. Related: equipment, gear, apparatus, device.
CORNER/ˈkɔːrnər/ · noun
A point or area where two lines, sides, or surfaces meet; more broadly, a secluded or remote place, or a difficult position from which escape is hard. Related: edge, nook, junction, recess.
PENALTY/ˈpɛnəlti/ · noun, verb
A punishment or penalty is a consequence for doing something wrong or not following the rules. A penalty can also be a charge or fee for something. Related: punishment, fine, charge, fee.