captain

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Going back to that game in New Jersey last week, Aston Villa captain and Tartan Army sweetheart John McGinn was the one to start on the bench.

From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026

Now 25, Davies is Canada's captain and best player but has missed 15 games for Bayern Munich this season with injury.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

Former Manchester United and England captain Beckham, 51, told a throng of fans on the sun-kissed boulevard it was a "truly incredible moment."

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

Former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson has retired from all international cricket with immediate effect.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

However, the captain had still not returned from his officers’ luncheon, and Madame Babushkinov refused to go anywhere in this strange city without him.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood