matchup

noun

match·​up ˈmach-ˌəp 

: match entry 1

Synonyms of matchup

• tournament
• game
• competition
• event
• match

Examples of matchup in a Sentence

a boxing matchup that promises to be a sportswriter's dream

Recent Examples on the Web

Despite the quality of both sides, the matchup pits the tournament’s most potent attack against its tightest defense. — Mark Hodge, NBC news, 17 July 2026

These changes – along with, crucially, incredible performances from the players themselves and compelling matchups that have included the boogeyman Dodgers in both of the last two World Series – have been a boon to the game. — Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 17 July 2026

Alvarez has the best matchup to hit a home run on Friday’s MLB slate. — Josh Shepardson, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Spain’s matchup against Belgium was similar, with Lamine Yamal’s side favored at 73% on Kalshi and 59% on Polymarket. — Camila Grigera Naón, Fortune, 17 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1959, in the meaning defined above