"Huge deflection" refers to a situation where someone diverts or avoids discussing an important topic or issue by focusing on something else entirely. Full definition
Ibrahimovic's free - kick needed a huge deflection to get past him, but the Belgian was arguably too easily beaten at his near post by Cavani in the second half. (caughtoffside.com)
Even so they needed a huge deflection on a shot after a corner to take a shock 33rd minute lead, giving Ospina no chance. (justarsenal.com)
Cech was again brought into action as he awkwardly palmed the ball against his own crossbar and behind for a corner after Mounie's shot took a huge deflection off Nacho Monreal. (itv.com)