Commentator’s not in time for West Ham’s match (5)

I believe the answer is:

light

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'match' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)

I don't understand how the remainder of the clue works.

(Other definitions for light that I've seen before include "Visible rays" , "Easily lifted" , "Whitish" , "Settle" , "Not heavy; understanding" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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