das Spielgeschehen
Translation
the run of play, the action, course of the game, gameplay
Examples
Er verfolgte das Spielgeschehen aufmerksam.
He followed the run of play attentively.
Der Schiedsrichter griff in das Spielgeschehen ein.
The referee intervened in the game.
Grammar Patterns
to intervene in the game ((in+4)) The coach can intervene in the game.
Similar Words
Spielverlauf, Spielablauf
Etymology
Composed of 'Spiel' (game) and 'Geschehen' (the happening, event), from the verb 'geschehen' (to happen).
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'the game's happenings'. It describes the overall action and flow of a game.