The phrase "turnover battle" refers to the competition or struggle between teams in a game, where they try to gain an advantage by causing more turnovers (gaining possession of the ball) than their opponents.
Sentences with «turnover battle»
Last week they won despite losing the turnover battle 2 - 0. (businessinsider.com)
The game was largely affected by the turnover battle, as the Crimson Tide committed 5 turnovers while the Rebels didn't commit any. (sportsinsights.com)
IF Miami can win the turnovers battle (perhaps decisively) despite Stephen Morris» occasionally poor decision - making... (sbnation.com)