Business end of the season
What is called “business end of the season” in football?
What does “business end of the season” stand for?
What is the term “business end of the season” for in football?
Business end of the season means the most important part of the season or the run in at the end of the football year. We use the term business as it suggests that vital matters are to be decided. So, at this time of year in the football world important issues such as becoming champions, winning trophies, getting relegated or qualifying for Europe are all focused on. When there are only 6 or 7 games left to play in the season teams are focused on the business end of the season.
- Example: The business end of the season is usually when the cups and trophies are being handed out or relegation is decided.
- Example: Manchester United usually play well in the business end of the season.