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Why is the term 'nil' used instead of 'nothing' in soccer?

Alrighty folks, let's tackle this fun little quirk in the soccer world. Now, ever wondered why we use 'nil' instead of 'nothing' in soccer? It's a fascinating tale and it all ties back to our friends across the pond in Britain. They started using 'nil', a term borrowed from Latin, to mean zero or nothing in the scores, and it just stuck around. So next time you hear a 3-nil score, remember to thank our British pals for adding a little extra flavor to the world of soccer!