1. relating to or characteristic of football or the playing of football
Usage: commonly used in British English

1. present participle of 'football'; engaging in the sport of football or playing football
Usage: less common as a verb form; typically used in continuous constructions

Examples

• He has excellent footballing skills and technique.
• The team's footballing style emphasizes quick passing and movement.
• She spent the afternoon footballing with her friends in the park.
• His footballing career began at a young age.
• The club is known for its attractive footballing philosophy.
• They were footballing in the field when it started to rain.