key player
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Charles has certainly done that, establishing himself as a key player for Michael O'Neill, who returned as manager later in 2022 to replace Baraclough.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
He will become the fourth key player to move on in less than a year.
From BBC ● Aug. 7, 2026
Guimaraes is set to become the fourth key player to leave Newcastle in less than a year.
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026
Newcastle, meanwhile, now face losing another key player, with Sandro Tonali having joined Tottenham and Anthony Gordon moving to Barcelona.
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2026
Dr. Barnard was a key player in this inner council and was said to be a protege of the president.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
