Is there football on tonight
Definition
A casual, idiomatic query used primarily in English-speaking countries to inquire whether a professional football game (American football in the US, soccer elsewhere) is scheduled for broadcast on television that evening.
Often uttered by sports enthusiasts checking their viewing agenda, implying a desire to settle in for some gridiron action or pitch-side drama without prior planning.
Examples
Honey, is there football on tonight? Because my fantasy team is begging for some live betrayal.
Is there football on tonight? Asking for a friend whose social life peaked in high school.
Boss, is there football on tonight? Perfect excuse to 'work from home' with the volume cranked.
Is there football on tonight? The fridge is stocked, the chips are ready—civilization depends on it.