Agg Meaning In Football

In football (soccer), agg is shorthand for aggregate score.

It is used in two-legged knockout competitions where teams play each other twice—once at each team’s home stadium. The winner is determined by the total number of goals scored across both matches.

How it Works

• Match 1: Team A plays Team B (Home for Team A).
• Match 2: Team B plays Team A (Home for Team B).
• The Result: The scores from both games are added together.

Example

Imagine a Champions League matchup between Real Madrid and Manchester City:

In this scenario, Manchester City wins 3–2 on agg and advances to the next round.

What happens if it’s a tie?

If the aggregate score is level at the end of the second match (e.g., 3–3 on agg), the game usually proceeds as follows:

1. Extra Time: Two 15-minute halves are played.
2. Penalty Shootout: If the score remains tied after extra time, a shootout determines the winner.

Note on “Away Goals”: Historically, many tournaments used the “Away Goals Rule” as a tiebreaker, where goals scored at the opponent’s stadium counted for more. However, most major competitions (including the UEFA Champions League) have abolished this rule, meaning every goal now carries the same weight regardless of where it was scored.