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defeat

[dih-feet] / dɪˈfit /






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Salford Red Devils were wound up on 3 December after a turbulent year, with a mass player exodus, late wage payments, heavy defeats and ultimately the loss of their Super League status for 2026.

From BBC

Why it took them two defeats to realise that will remain a mystery.

From BBC

McCullum has presided over an Ashes defeat in Australia inside three Tests, a series he previously said would "define" his team.

From BBC

On Friday, Najib faces yet another verdict in a separate trial linked to the financial scandal that led to his defeat in the 2018 elections.

From Barron's

Emery has turned Villa Park into a fortress, with just one home league defeat in 2025, fewer than any other team.

From Barron's