defensive
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Defensive midfielder Guardiola spent most of his playing career at Barcelona, winning six La Liga titles, two Copa del Reys and the 1991-92 European Cup.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
Before going to TCU, Hunter played two seasons at Oregon State where she earned All-Pac-12 Defensive Team honorable mention and All-Pac-12 Freshman team honors.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
Defensive wars don’t merely protect states, they also deform them.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
In Iran, they are most likely to have been involved in Defensive Counter Air roles to shoot down Iranian drones and cruise missiles.
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026
Defensive tackle Billy Steen clawed into him Brst and Payne came from the outside linebacker position and dove into him at full speed.
From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger
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