scoringopportunity
nounUK /ˈskɔː.rɪŋ ˌɒp.əˈtjuː.nə.ti/
US /ˈskɔːr.ɪŋ ˌɑː.pɚˈtuː.nə.t̬i/
A scoring opportunity is a chance to score a point or a goal.
The player saw a scoring opportunity and kicked the ball into the net.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A moment in a game when a team can try to score.
The coach called a timeout to set up a scoring opportunity.
3. A favorable situation that could lead to points.
A penalty kick is a great scoring opportunity.
4. A missed chance to score.
He wasted a scoring opportunity by shooting too high.