face-off

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   A confrontation or argument between two people or groups.
2. 2
   The start of play, when two players try to get control of the puck dropped by the referee.
3. 3
   The start of play, when two players attempt to get possession of a ball placed on the ground between them by the referee.
4. 4
   Alternative form of face-off.

Verb

1. 1
   To confront (each other).