der Ehrentreffer
Translation
consolation goal, honorary goal
Examples
Sie schossen in der letzten Minute den Ehrentreffer.
They scored the consolation goal in the last minute.
Grammar Patterns
to score ((sth.)) The team scored the consolation goal.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Trosttor (consolation goal)
Etymology
Composed of 'Ehre' (honour) and 'Treffer' (hit, goal). Literally an 'honour goal'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a team losing badly, but they score one 'Treffer' (goal) to save their 'Ehre' (honour).