👉 Cornering is a term used in sports and games to refer to the act of intentionally blocking an opponent's intended move or shot. It is often seen as a defensive strategy, designed to prevent the opposing team from getting the ball into play with their own players in the area. The term originated in football, where it was used by teams to block defenders from scoring goals or attempting to score through penalties. In other sports, such as basketball and soccer, cornering can also refer to blocking an opponent
