Cryptic crossword clue
Privileged youth supporting the board — that’s a footballer’s skill 5,4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 plus 4 letter word KEEPY UPPY

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What does KEEPY UPPY mean?

KEEPY UPPY noun
  1. The action of continuously bouncing a soccer ball in the air without the use of the hands.

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