Fly to an away match (5)
I believe the answer is:
elope
'fly' is the definition.
(I know this)
I cannot understand how the rest of the clue works.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for elope that I've seen before include "Do a runner" , "Abscond for amorous purposes" , "Bolt" , "escape" , "Run away in secret" .)