- Half TimeThe break between two halves of a match.
- Half-volleyStriking the ball just as it bounces.
- HandballAn infraction where a player other than the goalkeeper touches the ball with their hand or arm.
- Hat-Trick When a player scores three goals in a single game.
- HattrickWhen a player scores three goals in a single game.
- Header A play where a player uses their head to strike the ball, often used for clearing the ball or scoring goals.
- High Line A defensive tactic where defenders play their defensive line further up the pitch, closer to the halfway line.
- High PressA tactic where players apply pressure high up the pitch to win the ball back.
- HoldTo keep possession of the ball.
- Hold the LineA command often yelled by defenders to maintain their line and avoid playing attackers onside.
- Hold-up PlayWhen a forward keeps the ball while waiting for teammates to join the attack.
- Hospital-Ball Jargon for a loose ball that can result in a 50-50 challenge that puts both players at risk of getting injured or picking up a knock as they are both challenging for the same ball with no advantage to either side.
