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The phrase "a nil lead for" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used in the context of sports to describe a situation where one team is leading by zero points, often indicating that the game is still in progress or that the lead is not substantial.
Example: "At halftime, the score was 0-0, resulting in a nil lead for both teams."
Alternatives: "a scoreless lead for" or "a zero lead for".
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"To hold a nil lead for Warrington, such a fantastic attacking team, was a great plus in the first half.
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Huddersfield boss Mark Robins: "It looked like a nil-nil for most of the game.
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