Relegation

Auxerre recorded their first victory of the season, climbing out of the relegation zone in the process.

United salvaged a 1-1 draw, but still remain in the relegation zone.

My favourite team is nearing relegation.

Against seemingly insurmountable odds, the club avoided relegation.

A win tonight is vital to stave off the threat of relegation.

"The fans are nervous. Pundits are saying that relegation is on the cards. Do you think you'll go down this year?" "No. No, not at all. We'll be fine. I'm the manager of this club and, I'm telling you now, we'll be fighting tooth and nail to turn things round."

If the new manager can't get a tune out of the players, the club will soon fall into the relegation zone.

My team won five to one and escaped the threat of relegation. That night, I slept like a baby.