| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Like a nil-nil match caused by striker's header lacking substance? | ||
| Nil-nil (9) | ||
| 0-0, playing from memory then? | ||
| Games ultimately lacking heart, 0-0 | The Telegraph Toughie | 03 Apr 2018 |
| Tied, as a football match | ||
| Lacking goals? | The Telegraph Quick | 15 Jan 2018 |
| Missing the point? | ||
| Missing the point? | ||
| ... like an orchestra leader? | ||
| 0-0 | ||
| Like a game at its start | ||
| Like some ties |