A "downward header" refers to a type of header in sports, particularly in soccer, where a player directs the ball downwards with their head towards the ground. Full definition
Skipper Paulo Estrela delivered and Leite connected with a powerful downward header at the back post which took a touch off defensive midfielder Skipp on its way in. (tottenhamhotspur.com)
Jack James crossed from the right close to the corner flag and Josh McQuoid was left to score with a simple downward header at the back post. (tottenhamhotspur.com)
Florent Hadergjonaj swept the ball into the box from the right after exchanging passes with Collin Quaner and the Benin international's thumping downward header gave Birmingham goalkeeper David Stockdale no chance. (itv.com)