walking footballnoun [ U ]
uk/ˈwɔː.kɪŋ ˌfʊt.bɔːl//ˈwɑː.kɪŋ ˌfʊt.bɑːl/also walking soccer, /ˈwɔː.kɪŋ ˌsɒk.ər//ˈwɑː.kɪŋ ˌsɑː.kɚ/UKa type of football in which the players walk instead of running. It mainly follows the usual rules of football, with some small changes:
Walking football has become increasingly popular and is suitable for older people who may have mobility problems that stop them playing faster-paced games.