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defeat

[dih-feet] / dɪˈfit /






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John Fallon: Goalkeeper was Celtic's sole substitute when they defeated Inter Milan in Lisbon to become the first British club to win the European Cup.

From BBC

Trojans defeat Texas San Antonio not long after learning point guard Rodney Rice would miss the rest of the season.

From Los Angeles Times

The defeat continued De Decker's disappointing record at the World Championship, with the 2024 World Grand Prix winner yet to make it past the last 64 at six appearances at Alexandra Palace.

From BBC

A 2-1 defeat at Dundee United on Wednesday night made it four losses from four since the Frenchman replaced interim chief Martin O'Neill just two weeks ago.

From BBC

Both Arsenal and Manchester United defeated their play-off opponents in the league stage.

From BBC