What does the cryptic crossword clue "End striker's loan period for second leg (6,5)" mean?

The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RETURN (synonym="RETURN") + MATCH (synonym="second leg of a two-part sporting tie") = RETURNMATCH The answer is RETURNMATCH.

End striker's loan period for second leg (6,5)

Guardian Cryptic #29073 | 25 Across | 2023-05-18 flower

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