defender

Example Sentences

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"I'm a defender, so I don't mind," he told BBC Sport.

From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026

Paraguay forward Julio Enciso jumps over U.S. defender Chris Richards during the second half.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 13, 2026

That time, he beat his defender down the left flank and threaded a pass to Balogun right in front of the net for a tap-in.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026

Veteran defender Tim Ream, 38, conceded a free-kick and was shown a yellow card for his 'challenge' on Miguel Almiron.

From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026

Kimutai got past one defender, then a second, then a third.

From "Facing the Lion" by Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton and Herman Viola