beginning of the game; kickoff; face-off
end of a match; end of a game
ring; playing field; stadium
throwaway match (i.e. one played after a tournament has already been decided); dead rubber
rematch; replay; make-up game
big match; big game; important match; important game
big match; big game; important match; important game
experienced player; tricky player
match where one side loses on purpose; dull game; dull match
singles (tennis, badminton, etc.)
doubles (tennis, badminton, etc.)