defender

Example Sentences

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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

A horrific and accidental clash of heads with Arsenal defender David Luiz left Jimenez unconscious.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

He’s a defender from New Zealand that an influencer in Argentina dubbed “the least known player” at the World Cup.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

She beat her defender to the outside and then crossed the ball in to Tino, who scored the first goal of the half.

From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor