improbable goal
[/ɪmˈprɑbəbl ɡoʊl/]
noun phrasepl: improbable goals
objetivo improvável
1. An aim or target that is unlikely to be achieved or accomplished based on current circumstances or odds
Winning the lottery was considered an improbable goal, but he never stopped trying.
Ganhar na loteria era considerado um objetivo improvável, mas ele nunca parou de tentar.
2. In sports, a surprising or unlikely score or victory achieved against unfavorable conditions
The underdog team's improbable goal in the final minutes shocked everyone in the stadium.
O objetivo improvável do time azarão nos minutos finais chocou todos no estádio.
This phrase is commonly used in sports commentary across Brazil and the USA to describe unexpected victories or remarkable achievements. In Brazilian football (soccer), it's frequently heard when commentators describe last-minute or surprising goals. The term reflects the cultural appreciation for underdog stories and perseverance despite unfavorable circumstances in both cultures.
NYC Slang
long shot; pie-in-the-sky goal
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